Hyperhidrosis
Axillary hyperhidrosis is a condition meaning excess underarm perspiration. It is now possible to treat to treat this condition by injecting small amounts into the skin of the armpits, thereby reducing the perspiration there.
First of all, a special solution is painted on to the axilla (armpits) .This shows up where the sweat glands are producing excess sweat. Using tiny needles, it is then injected into the skin around the sweat glands. As the needles used are very fine, most people experience either no, or only mild discomfort. It is uncommon for pain relief to be required.
The treatment starts to work within about two days and the improvement in the reduced sweating builds up over a period of around 2 weeks.
Different people have different responses to treatment, but usually the effect of it will last anything from 6 to 12 months. Subsequent treatments tend to work more effectively and last longer.
The effects of it wears off over a period of several months. If it is decided not to have any further treatments, the symptoms will gradually return to exactly the same level they were before the treatment was started.
This is a very safe drug and has been used for over 30 years within medical practice with no long term complications or side effects reported. Short term side effects are rare-the most commonly reported side effects are: "flu like" symptoms, tiredness, mild fever, muscle aches and occasional mild discomfort or bruising at the injection site.
After the treatment there are no restrictions on driving or returning to work etc.
