Hyperhidrosis - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBThe main symptom of hyperhidrosis is heavy sweating. This goes beyond the sweating from being in a hot environment, exercising, or feeling anxious or stressed. The type of hyperhidrosis that usually affects the hands, feet, underarms or face causes at least one episode a week when you're awake.
Hyperhidrosis: Types, Causes, Symptoms & Treatment - Cleveland Clinic
WEBJul 1, 2023 · Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating. It causes your body to sweat more than it needs to, sometimes for no apparent reason. This condition may make you feel uncomfortable or embarrassed, but it’s common. A healthcare provider can help you find treatment that manages your symptoms.
Hyperhidrosis - Wikipedia
WEBClassification. Causes. Primary. Cancer. Endocrine. Medications. Miscellaneous. Diagnosis. Treatment. Procedures. Surgery. Prognosis. Epidemiology. References. Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by abnormally increased sweating, [1] [2] in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature. [3] .
Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) | DermNet
WEBJul 22, 2020 · What is hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is the name given to excessive and uncontrollable sweating. Sweat is a weak salt solution produced by the eccrine sweat glands. These are distributed over the entire body but are most numerous on the palms and soles (with about 700 glands per square centimetre).
Hyperhidrosis | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBThere are two types of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating): primary hyperhidrosis and secondary hyperhidrosis. Primary hyperhidrosis is usually inherited, which means one of your family members may have had it. Primary hyperhidrosis begins in childhood and worsens with puberty, especially in women.
Hyperhidrosis: What Is It, Causes, Treatment, and More | Osmosis
WEBJan 3, 2024 · Depending on the area affected, primary hyperhidrosis can be further classified into axillary hyperhidrosis (i.e., sweaty underarms), palmar hyperhidrosis (i.e., sweaty hands), plantar hyperhidrosis (i.e., sweaty feet), and craniofacial hyperhidrosis (i.e., sweaty face or head). Secondary hyperhidrosis occurs as a result of an underlying …
Hyperhidrosis - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf
WEBOct 3, 2022 · Continuing Education Activity. Hyperhidrosis is a disorder of excessive sweating due to the overstimulation of cholinergic receptors on eccrine glands. This disorder is characterized by sweating beyond what the body uses for …
Primary and Secondary Hyperhidrosis: Causes - Verywell Health
WEBJul 28, 2022 · Frey’s syndrome: A rare neurological disorder also called gustatory sweating. Other neurologic conditions: Examples include spinal injuries and miscellaneous conditions of the nervous system. Secondary Generalized Hyperhidrosis.
Hyperhidrosis: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment - Verywell Health
WEBNov 3, 2022 · Symptoms. Causes. Treatment. Diagnosis. When to See a Healthcare Provider. Frequently Asked Questions. Hyperhidrosis is a common condition that’s characterized by excessive sweating. It most often affects specific parts of the body, such as the armpits, palms, or feet, but in some people, it affects the whole body.
Hyperhidrosis - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBDiagnosing hyperhidrosis may start with your health care provider asking about your medical history and symptoms. You may also need a physical exam or tests to further evaluate the cause of your symptoms.
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