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Underarm Hyperhidrosis

Written by Skin Renewal Medical Board
Axillary Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive sweating in the armpit. This condition involves extreme dripping sweat in the armpits, which is almost totally resistant to all the types of deodorants and other odour controlling medication.
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Underarm Hyperhidrosis at a glance

  • Best Results
    Best Results

    1 - 2

  • Anaesthetic
    Anaesthetic

    Ice

  • Duration
    Duration of Results

    3 - 4 months

  • Procedure Time
    Procedure Time

    30 - 45 mins

  • Treatment Recovery
    Treatment Recovery

    1 - 2 days

  • Skin Specialist
    Skin Specialist

    Doctor

  • Risk Compliance
    Risks & Complications

    Low

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    Next day

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Injections can also be used to treat excessive palmar sweating also known as palmar hyperhidrosis


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Are Hyprehidrosis treatments available at all Skin Renewal branches?
What causes Underarm / Hyperhidrosis?

Axillary Hyperhidrosis is a medical problem that involves more sweating than what is required by our body. Axillary Hyperhidrosis is caused by overactivity of the sweat glands and is present in 1 % of the population and a family history is present in 30 to 50 % of patients suggesting a genetic component.

Axillary Hyperhidrosis and is triggered by:

  • exercise,
  • heat or cold, alcohol, coffee, tea, smoking , hot or spicy food,
  • stress, anxiety, strong emotions
  • certain times of the day.

Social and functional working of the person is directly affected by Axillary Hyperhidrosis and can create anxiety and depression in the person suffering from it. The condition generally starts in adolescence; Hyperhydrosis is divided into primary or secondary hyperhidrosis. Secondary hyperhydrosis is usually generalized and often has all underlying pathological aetiology..

What are Underarm Injections?

Botulinum injections are used for excessive underarm. The injections are given by micro injection into the skin, a procedure that takes approximately 10-20mins to perform.

How does it work?

When small doses are given into the skin, the injections block the actions of the nerve that supplies the eccrine glands: this prevents the glands from producing sweat. The effects of the treatment usually last for several months but will eventually wear off.

At Skin Renewal, hundreds of patients have been successfully treated for Axillary Hyperhidrosis with injections, a simple and effective treatment for excessive sweating.

How do underarm injections improve one's self esteem?

People with hyperhidrosis produce large volumes of sweat which means that the hands, feet, chest or armpits may be constantly damp. This may make normal every day activities more difficult to carry out and it can cause embarrassment at work or socially especially if one has give presentations where one constantly have to lift one's arms.

Are underarm injections safe?

Underarm injections have also been approved by the FDA for the treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis and has been safely used in all skin types. They cannot be used in pregnant or nursing females.

Why aren't your Botox® / Dysport® lasting as long as it used to?

Botox® and Dysport® may wear off sooner due to factors like sub-optimal dosing, zinc deficiency, medication interactions (such as PPIs or antibiotics), improper product storage, or rapid metabolism. Lifestyle factors and your body's unique response contribute to botulinum toxin longevity.

Frequently asked questions

Are Hyprehidrosis treatments available at all Skin Renewal branches?
What causes Underarm / Hyperhidrosis?

Axillary Hyperhidrosis is a medical problem that involves more sweating than what is required by our body. Axillary Hyperhidrosis is caused by overactivity of the sweat glands and is present in 1 % of the population and a family history is present in 30 to 50 % of patients suggesting a genetic component.

Axillary Hyperhidrosis and is triggered by:

  • exercise,
  • heat or cold, alcohol, coffee, tea, smoking , hot or spicy food,
  • stress, anxiety, strong emotions
  • certain times of the day.

Social and functional working of the person is directly affected by Axillary Hyperhidrosis and can create anxiety and depression in the person suffering from it. The condition generally starts in adolescence; Hyperhydrosis is divided into primary or secondary hyperhidrosis. Secondary hyperhydrosis is usually generalized and often has all underlying pathological aetiology..

What are Underarm Injections?

Botulinum injections are used for excessive underarm. The injections are given by micro injection into the skin, a procedure that takes approximately 10-20mins to perform.

How does it work?

When small doses are given into the skin, the injections block the actions of the nerve that supplies the eccrine glands: this prevents the glands from producing sweat. The effects of the treatment usually last for several months but will eventually wear off.

At Skin Renewal, hundreds of patients have been successfully treated for Axillary Hyperhidrosis with injections, a simple and effective treatment for excessive sweating.

How do underarm injections improve one's self esteem?

People with hyperhidrosis produce large volumes of sweat which means that the hands, feet, chest or armpits may be constantly damp. This may make normal every day activities more difficult to carry out and it can cause embarrassment at work or socially especially if one has give presentations where one constantly have to lift one's arms.

Are underarm injections safe?

Underarm injections have also been approved by the FDA for the treatment of axillary hyperhidrosis and has been safely used in all skin types. They cannot be used in pregnant or nursing females.

Why aren't your Botox® / Dysport® lasting as long as it used to?

Botox® and Dysport® may wear off sooner due to factors like sub-optimal dosing, zinc deficiency, medication interactions (such as PPIs or antibiotics), improper product storage, or rapid metabolism. Lifestyle factors and your body's unique response contribute to botulinum toxin longevity.

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Dr Holly at the Century City branch was absolutely phenomenal! Marzet was also so lovely and helpful. They were both so great at making me feel comfortable and explaining my procedure to me. Really wonderful energy from the moment you walk in.

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It was my first time at Skin Renewal in Stellenbosch. My usual dermatologist was fully booked, and I was able to get an appointment quite easily. I went for underarm hyperhidrosis treatment with Dr Liz Dodds. The whole team, from reception to the doctor, was very friendly and professional. I would recommend this centre to anyone.

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My experience with Skin & Body Renewal Cape Quarter has been top notch from start to finish. The staff are all very friendly and provide a high standard of service. The treatment for my axillary hyperhidrosis was a great success! I would comfortably recommend Skin & Body Renewal to anyone who is interested in their services.

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