Hyperhidrosis Treatment
Hyperhidrosis treatment at Salem Hospital.
Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, usually occurs in the armpits, groin area, palms, or soles of the feet. Hyperhidrosis is normal when a person is nervous or experiencing a fever, but some people experience continual or chronic hyperhidrosis that requires medical treatment.
Hyperhidrosis causes patients significant functional impairment and social distress. Hyperhidrosis can be related to nervous system disorders, low blood sugar, thyroid problems, and other medical issues. Patients experiencing hyperhidrosis should always consult with a doctor for diagnosis and potential treatment.
Thoracic surgeon James S. Allan, MD, is an expert in the treatment for hyperhidrosis. He holds joint appointments at Salem Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. North Shore patients of Dr. Allan may receive treatment close to home at his Salem campus office, or they may choose to see him in Boston. His Salem number is 978.745.1581.
Types of hyperhidrosis treatment
- Topical treatments for hyperhidrosis, including prescription-strength antiperspirants and topical cholinergic agents.
- Thoracoscopic sympathectomy, a surgical treatment in which part of the sympathetic nerve Trompe in the thoracic region is destroyed. Hyperhidrosis surgery interrupts the sympathetic nerve pathways that lead to the sweat glands, reducing the amount of sweat they produce.
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Patients may seek hyperhidrosis treatment through their primary care physician, or by contacting Dr. Allan at 978.745.1581.
