Hyperhidrosis – Momentous Disease
What is hyperhdrosis?
When a level is reached where far more sweat is produced than would be necessary to maintain the body temperature this is called
hyperhidrosis. This excessive sweating can affect the whole body (general hyperhidrosis) or just appear locally (local hyperhidrosis).
Hyperhdrosis in our society
It is assumed that more than 1% of the western population is suffering from hyperhidrosis. Perspiration is a vital function that is needed to keep the body temperature stable. If sweating is strongly reduced it is spoken of anhidrosis. On the other side, if the body is sweating more than necessary it is called hyperhidrosis. Often hyperhidrosis is underestimated. Concerned persons that are affected by hyperhidrosis suffer from it in social and professional life.
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Social stigmatization is the consequence of people suffering from hyperhidrosis. They feel ashamed and do not feel tolerated by their fellow men. Therefore psychic problems can arise. In some cases this even results in complete social isolation.
Measures against hyperhdrosis
There is no real
hyperhidrosis treatment, so no cure, but there are different measures that bring about relief for people suffering from hyperhidrosis. It starts with proper nutrition. Sweets, spicy food and coffee for instance should be avoided. The consumption of sage tee improves the situation as it has sweat inhibiting properties. Alcohol and cigarettes should be avoided also. Betterment when suffering from hyperhdrosis can also be achieved by doing sports on a regular basis. The body learns when to sweat and when not to. Another measure to cope with hyperhidrosis would be the use of an effective anti-perspirant. Antiperspirants based on aluminum salts for instance are available. They need to be applied before going to bed on dry and clean skin. The effect unfolds after only 1-3 applications. Betterment when suffering from hyperhidrosis can thus be reached.