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Stop Excessive Sweating: Advanced Hyperhidrosis Treatment in Naples, Florida

Serving Naples, Bonita Springs, Estero & Southwest Florida

Understanding Hyperhidrosis

What is Hyperhidrosis? Understanding Excessive Sweating

Primary Hyperhidrosis (Focal):
- Cause: Unknown (idiopathic), but likely due to overactive sympathetic nervous system.
- Onset: Usually begins in childhood/adolescence.
- Pattern: Symmetrical (affects both sides, e.g., both palms or both underarms).
- Triggers: Stress, heat, or emotional stimuli, but can occur spontaneously.
- No underlying medical condition.
Secondary Hyperhidrosis (Generalized):
- Cause: Linked to an underlying medical issue (e.g., diabetes, hyperthyroidism, menopause, infections, or medication side effects).
- Onset: Can develop at any age, depending on the cause.
- Pattern: Often affects the entire body (generalized sweating).
- Triggers: Related to the medical condition or medication.

Prevalence: ~ 4.8% of the U.S. population (approx. 15 million people) suffers from hyperhidrosis.
Underdiagnosis: Many don’t seek help due to embarrassment—only ~ 38% discuss it with a doctor.
Primary Hyperhidrosis: More common, affecting 1-3% globally, often starting before age 25.
Gender: Affects men and women equally.

Social & Professional Challenges:
- Avoiding handshakes, struggling with paperwork (sweaty palms), or staining clothes.
- Anxiety in social interactions due to visible sweating.
Emotional Toll:
- Increased risk of depression, social anxiety, and low self-esteem.
- Many report feeling embarrassed or isolated.
Practical Issues:
- Frequent clothing changes, ruined electronics (from sweaty hands), or slipping footwear.
- Difficulty using tools, writing, or gripping objects.

Palms (Palmar Hyperhidrosis): Most common, interferes with daily tasks.
Underarms (Axillary Hyperhidrosis): Leads to sweat stains and odor concerns.
Feet (Plantar Hyperhidrosis): Causes soggy socks, foot odor, and fungal infections.
Face/Head (Craniofacial Hyperhidrosis): Blushing, dripping sweat, makeup smudging.
Less Common: Groin, back, or chest (more often in secondary hyperhidrosis).