How to Stop Excess Sweating or Hyperhidrosis

At Caci we’ve treated many people struggling with excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) and we understand that it can be a very embarrassing and uncomfortable problem. But thankfully perspiration needn’t control your life.

What is hyperhidrosis?
Hyperhidrosis is an abnormally high level of sweating which can occur across all areas of the body. People with hyperhidrosis produce an amount of sweat that far exceeds that needed to regulate body temperature.

There are two types of hyperhidrosis:

Primary hyperhidrosis: This is the most common kind of excessive sweating and it is usually focused in one area of the body, such underarms, or palms of the hands or soles of the feet.

Secondary hyperhidrosis: This is caused by another medical problem such as menopause, cancer or diabetes. It usually occurs over larger areas of the body and can happen while you sleep. If you suffer from secondary hyperhidrosis it is important to talk to your doctor about the problem.

Why do some people suffer from excess sweating?
It is not known what causes the onset of primary hyperhidrosis but the condition often runs in families.

What can I do about it?
There are a number of treatments available including oral medications, surgery to remove the sweat glands or to cut the nerves that send the ‘turning on’ signal to the sweat glands, but the simplest option may be Botox® injections and topical antiperspirants.

Caci offer Botox® treatments and Maxim antiperspirant to treat excessive sweating.

How do Botox® treatments work?
Botox® temporarily stops the message to sweat between the nerves and the sweat glands in the area that has been treated.

Where can I be treated?
Botox is particularly successful at treating underarm hyperhydrosis. It is a relatively simple procedure, often with dramatic effects.

Is Botox only used to treat underarm sweating?
Botox has been used to treat other body areas, although treatment is much more complex.

What type of results can I expect?
You should notice a significant reduction in underarm sweating within two weeks of your treatment with Botox®. Most people get a greater than 80% reduction in perspiration for around seven months, although for some it may be less. Caci have seen very good results in clients who have been treated with Botox®, with feedback that the treatment has been life changing for them.

How much does Botox® for hyperhidrosis cost?
A reasonable amount of Botox® is required for effective treatment – much more than is required to treat wrinkles. Underarm treatment costs around $1200 - $1500.

How do I find out if Botox® could help me?
At Caci a Cosmetic Nurse Specialist will provide a thorough consultation prior to treatment and advise you whether Botox® may be suitable.

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