What Treatment Options Are Currently Available for Excessive Sweating?
There are many treatment options for those affected. Finding the right one isn't always easy. Sometimes, a mix of different approaches is what works best.
What Can Help With Excessive Sweating?
Dealing with excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) is different for everyone, and it often involves trying a few different things.
Overview of Sweat-Control Options
| Method | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|
| Suction Curettage | High success rate | Surgical risks, high cost, some sweating may return over time |
| Antiperspirants | Reliable sweat reduction, usable on all body areas, affordable, easy and safe to use | Needs regular application (every 2-3 days), must dry to avoid stains |
| Botulinum Toxin (Botox) | High success rate, quick sweat reduction | Controversial (nerve-blocking toxin), expensive, needs repeating every 6 months |
| Excision | Good initial results | Surgical risks, side effects, some sweating may return |
| Iontophoresis | Good results for hyperhidrosis, gentle method | Time-consuming (20 minutes daily) |
| Psychotherapy | No physical strain | Low success rate, effectiveness not guaranteed |
| Sympathectomy | High success rate | Surgical risks, wound healing problems and scars possible |
| Armpit Pads | Simple way to prevent underarm sweat stains | Needs daily replacement |
| Sweat-Proof Shirts | Reliable protection against underarm sweat | Only protects underarms and torso |