BOTOX - EXCESSIVE HAND SWEATING - (PALMAR HYPERHIDROSIS)

Treatment for Excessive Hand Sweating (Palmar Hyperhidrosis)

Dealing with hyperhidrosis in the hands can be incredibly distressing. However, you can effectively manage excessive sweating for approximately five months using BOTOX® injections.

What Constitutes Excessive Hand Sweating?

Officially termed palmar hyperhidrosis, this condition triggers an abnormal level of sweating. Those afflicted often find the constant moisture on their hands bothersome and socially awkward. Palmar hyperhidrosis not only poses physical discomfort but can also significantly impact social interactions and daily activities. Episodes of excessive sweating may occur unexpectedly, leading to embarrassment.

Symptoms of hyperhidrosis include:

• Persistent moisture or clamminess in the palms

• Occasional whitening and peeling of the skin

• Increased susceptibility to skin infections due to prolonged dampness

• Lingering moisture on the skin for extended periods

• Profuse sweating leaving visible marks on clothing

What Causes Excessive Sweating in the Hands?

The body's natural response to rising temperatures or emotional stress involves activating the sweat glands, including those in the hands. However, when these nerves become overactive without a clear trigger, resulting in excessive sweating, it is often diagnosed as palmar hyperhidrosis. While the causes of primary hyperhidrosis, particularly affecting the hands, remain unclear, secondary hyperhidrosis can be attributed to various factors. Although the condition may have a hereditary component, its precise origins are still being investigated.

Why Are Only My Hands Affected?

Individuals experiencing primary focal hyperhidrosis typically have functioning sweat glands. However, hyperactivity in specific areas can lead to excessive sweating in the hands.