Perspiration is an essential bodily function that regulates body temperature. Excessive sweating, however, can be problematic.
Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for overactive sweat glands. When these glands produce more perspiration than the body requires for thermoregulation, it can cause a variety of problems.
In addition to the physical aspects, hyperhidrosis can also lead to psychological and social complications. Fortunately, these days there are effective excessive sweating treatments that can remedy the situation. In the majority of cases, Botox injections provide a viable option.
How Does Botox Help Hyperhidrosis?
Botox℗ treatment is a leading solution and non-surgical treatment for hyperhidrosis. The injections use botulinum toxin to block the nerve signals that regulate the sweat glands preventing them from producing too much sweat.
If you are wondering what to expect during Botox℗ hyperhidrosis treatment, rest assured it is a simple procedure. First a topical anesthetic is applied to the area to numb the nerves. Then Botox℗ injections are made utilizing an array of small needles.
Most patients do not feel it at all, and the few that do report only minor discomfort. After the procedure you should begin to see tangible results within about five days, and full effectiveness is usually attained after roughly two weeks.
Botox℗ for hyperhidrosis is an FDA-approved treatment for excessive sweating of the underarms. Hyperhidrosis Botox℗ treatment can reduce underarm perspiration by 82-87% and the effect of the injections lasts from three to twelve months.
Botox℗ for excessive sweating does not stop your body from cooling down since the procedure only affects about 2% of your body’s total sweat glands. The body does not need to compensate for such a small reduction so there is no corresponding increase in sweat in other areas of the body.
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