what is primary hyperhidrosis
Primary hyperhidrosis is sweating beyond what is required to control the body temperature whether at rest, in cool environments or when going about daily activities. Primary hyperhidrosis starts during childhood or adolescence.
Adults often develop sweating later in life and this is most likely secondary hyperhidrosis.
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Adults often develop sweating later in life and this is most likely secondary hyperhidrosis.
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what is secondary hyperhidrosis
This form of hyperhidrosis occurs secondary to an underlying body state, medical condition or the side effect of a medication.
Causes of secondary hyperhidrosis include infections, menopause, hyperthyroidism and side effect venlafaxine.
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Causes of secondary hyperhidrosis include infections, menopause, hyperthyroidism and side effect venlafaxine.
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excessive sweating
Many people sweat excessively but do not have hyperhidrosis. The sweating can still affect quality of life and can be embarrassing for some people. There are solutions available to help control sweating and get on with life. Click the box for more.
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how we sweat
Learn more about the different sweat glands & how sweat is produced. Excessive sweating comes from the eccrine glands. Sweating is used to control body temperature.
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