Many people suffer from excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis. It can be painful, embarrassing, and interfere with the activities of daily living. There are numerous treatments available to provide ...

Treatment of hyperhidrosis can be divided into topical, oral, surgical, and nonsurgical treatments (botulinum toxin). These therapeutic options differ with respect to their efficacy, duration of ...

Excessive sweating of the face and head can be both uncomfortable and socially challenging. Normally, sweating helps regulate body temperature, cooling the body during heat, exercise, or stress.

Are there any effective treatments for hyperhidrosis? — Gerardo M. Maradiaga, MD, Roanoke Rapids, N.C. Hyperhidrosis is estimated to affect 1%-2% of the U.S. population and can create problems for ...