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Excessive Sweating (hyperhidrosis)
Excessive perspiration can be an extremely embarrassing
condition, which can affect social and work place interactions.
Clothing can be quickly stained. The modern solution is the use of
a variety of Botulinum Toxin (Botox). The medication is a natural
purified protein, which works by preventing the presynaptic release
of acetylcholine in sympathetic nerve endings associated with the
eccrine sweat glands.
The Cause of Excessive Sweating
Hyperhidrosis is caused by over activity of eccrine sweat glands in
the skin. The eccrine glands exist in various concentrations
throughout the skin. They maintain body temperature within a narrow
range in the face of external heat, or increase in physical
activity. The eccrine sweat glands are concentrated in the palms,
soles and under the armpits (axillae), and number around 2-4 million
per person.
Treatment for Excessive Sweating
The treatment is administered through a very fine needle into the
affected skin. Sweating diminishes substantially within 48 hours and
results can last from 6-12 months. The procedure is quick, simple
and effective. For further details concerning your personal
treatment, you can arrange a consultation with a dr cosmetic
Physician.
New uses for the medication
Migraine Several patients treated for cosmetic purposes who also
happened to have migraines, reported that their migraines improved
following the injections into forehead and brow muscles. Several
scientific studies have been published regarding this new
application of the medication, and more are currently being
developed. The result is that most patients note a reduction in
migraine episodes of 80-90%. For further details concerning your
personal treatment, you can arrange a consultation with a dr
cosmetic Physician.
