Effective Solutions: Expert Management for Excessive Sweating.

Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterised by excessive and unpredictable sweating, often far beyond what is necessary to regulate body temperature. This can affect specific areas such as the armpits (axillary hyperhidrosis), hands (palmar hyperhidrosis), feet (plantar hyperhidrosis), or even the entire body. While often underestimated, hyperhidrosis can cause significant discomfort, embarrassment, and negatively impact daily life, social interactions, and professional activities.
At SkinQure, Dr. Paul Charlson, a leading UK skin doctor with extensive experience, offers expert diagnosis and effective management strategies for hyperhidrosis. His patient-centred approach focuses on understanding the type and severity of your condition, developing tailored solutions to reduce sweating and improve your quality of life.

Understanding Hyperhidrosis: Types & Causes

Excessive sweating can be categorised into two main types:

  • Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis:
    This is the most common form, where excessive sweating occurs in specific areas (e.g., armpits, palms, soles, face) without an obvious underlying cause. It often begins in adolescence and tends to be symmetrical, affecting both sides of the body equally. It is thought to be related to an overactivity of the sympathetic nervous system.

  • Secondary Generalised Hyperhidrosis:
    This type involves sweating over larger areas of the body or the entire body and is typically caused by an underlying medical condition or as a side effect of medication. Conditions such as thyroid disorders, diabetes, menopause, certain infections, or neurological conditions can lead to secondary hyperhidrosis.

Expert Dermatological Assessment and Management at SkinQure

At SkinQure, Dr. Charlson conducts thorough dermatological assessments to accurately diagnose your hyperhidrosis and determine its type and severity. This precise evaluation is crucial for developing the most effective and individualised management plan. He will also investigate any potential underlying causes for secondary hyperhidrosis.

His expertise encompasses a range of evidence-based strategies aimed at:

  • ✓ Significantly reducing excessive sweating.
  • ✓ Improving comfort and confidence.
  • ✓ Minimising the impact on daily and social activities.
  • ✓ Enhancing overall quality of life.

During a detailed consultation, Dr. Charlson will evaluate your specific concerns, discuss the nature of your sweating, and recommend the most appropriate treatment approach for your condition and desired outcomes.

Treatment

A comprehensive approach to weight loss and stubborn fat often combines medical management, advanced non-surgical body contouring treatments, and lifestyle guidance. Treatment options may include:

  • Botulinum Toxin Injections: Small injections of botulinum toxin (commonly known as Botox) into the affected areas (e.g., armpits, palms, soles) can block the nerve signals that stimulate sweat glands. This is a highly effective treatment for primary focal hyperhidrosis, with results typically lasting 6-12 months. Paul is highly experienced in the use of “Botox” for sweating.
  • Topical Antiperspirants: Prescription-strength antiperspirants containing aluminium chloride are often the first line of treatment for mild to moderate primary focal hyperhidrosis, especially in the armpits.
  • Oral Medications: Certain oral medications, such as anticholinergics, can reduce sweating throughout the body by blocking chemical messengers that stimulate sweat glands. These are usually considered for more widespread or severe cases, often after topical treatments have been tried.
  • Iontophoresis: This treatment uses a medical device that delivers a mild electrical current through water to the skin’s surface, effectively reducing sweating in the hands and feet. It requires regular sessions but can be very effective.
  • Surgery (Sympathectomy): In very severe and debilitating cases of hyperhidrosis, particularly affecting the palms, a surgical procedure called sympathectomy may be considered. This involves cutting or clamping the nerves responsible for sweating, but it carries risks and potential side effects like compensatory sweating in other areas.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are experiencing excessive sweating and are seeking effective solutions to manage hyperhidrosis, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Paul Charlson at SkinQure for expert dermatological evaluation and a personalised management plan.