How Not to Let ‘Em See You Sweat
Some activities or situations cause us to sweat more. Exercise, stress and even the weather gets our sweat glands working hard to regulate our body temperature. But if you’ve experienced excessive and unpredictable sweating, you may have what is called hyperhidrosis.
Hyperhidrosis is a condition characterized by sweating up to four times the necessary amount for body temperature regulationand is caused by an overreaction to stimuli. This unpredictable, cumbersome reaction affects your hands, feet, armpits and face but can affect the entire body as well. Hyperhidrosis affects around 3 percent of the population, but more than half of the people affected are never diagnosed or treated for their symptoms.
You may experience hyperhidrosis because of family genetics, or it could be a symptom of an underlying condition like diabetes or congestive heart failure. If you feel like you are sweating more than usual, it’s best to consult one of our certified physicians at Knoxville Dermatology Group to help determine the cause and suggest effective treatment.
If you have any questions about hyperhidrosis or about changes in your skin, please call us today at 865-690-9467. Skin health is an important part of total body wellness. Schedule an appointment with one of our board certified physicians to get your skin the care it needs so it can reach its fullest, healthiest potential.
