Botox: hyperhidrosis hands, armpits and feet

Stress and heat are two factors that can induce hyperhidrosis, or excess sweating. However, there are some people who, by their nature, sweat more than others, in areas that can create discomfort.

In these cases, it is now possible to find a solution with botox injections.

What is hyperhidrosis

Each of us produces daily, under normal conditions, up to half a liter of sweat per day. The phenomenon, which varies depending on factors such as age, temperature and climate, potentially the effect of an ongoing pathology, is also largely dependent on genetic factors.

In particular, on certain people, the phenomenon is more pronounced and visible. This leads to different discomforts, impediments and renunciations, with more or less deleterious consequences.

Among the parts of the body most prone to hyperhidrosis are the hands, feet and armpits. In these areas, butolin toxin-based therapy is very effective even with small doses of botox.

Hyperhidrosis treatment with botox

Excessive sweating is the effect of over-stimulation of the sympathetic autonomic nervous system.

To limit these drawbacks, in addition to the surgical route, there are botox infiltrations. This is a aesthetic body medicine procedure that is less invasive with almost immediate results, requiring repetition over time.

Botulinum toxin acts on an organic level by restricting communication between nerves and sweat glands. This results in less sweat release.

The treatment is fast and effective and can also be conducted on an outpatient basis.

During the session, which has an average duration of 30 minutes, the practitioner performs small injections in the areas affected by hyperhidrosis, such as hands, feet, and armpits. In the latter case, the pain sensation felt by most patients is very limited.

In the case of hands and feet, however, the perception of pain may be slightly higher in the armpits. Accordingly, anesthetics can be provided to be applied to the areas.

Immediately after the treatment, the patient can return to lead his or her life without limitations.No hospitalization is required.

The final effects are noticed after a few days and can last up to 6-8 months. After this time has passed, it is then necessary to perform another session again to maintain the effects over time.

Contraindications and side effects

Before undergoing botox treatment for hyperhidrosis, it is essential to know its characteristics.

First, the procedure is not recommended for women who are pregnant or lactating to avoid possible problems for the unborn child.

Additional contraindications include allergies to botox, the presence of infection, Eaton-Lambert syndrome, and myasthenia.

As for side effects, there are none of particular note and, if they do arise, they are almost always of limited time duration.

Why do botox against hyperhidrosis

The botulinum toxin route is the main alternative to surgical treatment. Unlike this method, however, botox does not involve any incisions and any side effects.

It also has a reversible character and does not risk damaging the sweat glands.