Hyperhidrosis Center - Beaverton, ORBeaverton Dermatologist Doctors for HyperhidrosisType of Physician: Dermatologist What is a Dermatologist? A certification by the Board of Dermatology; practitioners treat pediatric and adult patients with disorders of the skin, mouth, hair and nails as well as a number of sexually transmitted diseases. They also have expertise in the care of normal skin, the prevention of skin diseases and cancers, and in the management of cosmetic disorders of the skin such as hair loss and scars. Specialty: Dermatology Common Name: Skin Doctor Dermatologist Doctors in Beaverton * Providence Medical Group Sunset  Providence Medical Group Sunset  Providence Medical Group Sunset  Providence Medical Group Sunset  Key Laser Institute for Aesthetic Medicine  David J Pokorny MD PhD  Klein Dermatology and Associates  Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Associates  Dermatology Associates  Aloha Dermatology Clinic  Cornell Dermatology Clinic  The Portland Clinic  Larry L Peterson MD  Margaret A Hewitt MD  Debbie L Miller MD  Oregon Derm & Research Ctr Phoebe Rich MD  Janet L Roberts MD  Portland Dermatology Clinic LLP  Portland Dermatology Clinic LLP  Portland Dermatology Clinic LLP  Portland Dermatology Clinic LLP  Portland Dermatology Clinic LLP  Portland Dermatology Clinic LLP  Patricia L Norris MD  Northwest Dermatology & Laser Clinic PC  Lake Oswego Dermatology Group  Lake Oswego Dermatology Group  Lake Oswego Dermatology Group  Lake Oswego Dermatology Group  Advanced Dermatology of Oregon  Allergy, Asthma & Dermatology Associates PC  The Portland Clinic  Wilmette Surgical Specialties LLP  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Department of Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  OHSU Dermatology  Clark E Sisk MD  Knott Street Dermatology PC  Eastmoreland Dermatology  East Portland Dermatology  Allcare Family Dermatology  Providence Medical Group Glisan  Providence Medical Group Glisan  Sunny205Dermatology  Yamhill Valley Dermatology  Timothy M Brown MD PC  Richard Phipps MD  Carolyn I Hale MD  Dermatology Clinics PC  Dermatology Clinics PC  Dermatology Clinics PC  Dermatology Clinics PC  W Scott Serrill MD  Abigail L Haberman MD  The Corvallis Clinic Dermatology  Hood River Dermatology  Eric G Olson MD  Troy K Richey MD Beaverton, OregonUpcoming Local Events2012-05-27
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HyperhidrosisRead the Hyperhidrosis article » What is hyperhidrosis?Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is a common disorder which produces a lot of unhappiness. An estimated 2%-3% of Americans suffer from excessive sweating of the underarms (axillary hyperhidrosis) or of the palms and soles of the feet (palmoplantar hyperhidrosis). Underarm problems tend to start around puberty, while palm and sole sweating may begin earlier, often during childhood. Untreated, these problems may continue throughout life. Sweating is embarrassing, it stains clothes, and it complicates business and social interactions. Severe cases can have serious practical consequences as well, making it hard for people who suffer from it to hold a pen, grip a steering wheel, or shake hands.
What is the cause of hyperhidrosis?Although neurologic, metabolic, and other systemic diseases can sometimes cause excessive sweating, most cases occur in people who are otherwise healthy. Heat and emotions may trigger hyperhidrosis in some, but many who suffer from hyperhidrosis sweat nearly all the time, regardless of their mood or the weather.
What is the treatment for hyperhidrosis?Through a systematic evaluation of causes and triggers of excessive sweating, followed by a judicious, stepwise approach to treatment, many people with this annoying disorder can achieve good results and improved quality of life. The approach to treating hyperhidrosis generally proceeds as follows:
Recommended Reading Related to Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)Introduction to night sweatsDoctors in primary care fields of medicine often hear their patients complain of night sweats as they are common. Night sweats refer to any excess sweating occurring during the night. However, if your bedroom is unusually hot or you are using too many bedclothes, you may begin to sweat during sleep - and this is normal. In order to distinguish night sweats that arise from medical causes from those that occur because one's surroundings are too warm, doctors generally refer to true night sweats as severe hot flashes occurring at night that can drench sleepwear and sheets, which are not related to an overheated environment. In one study of 2267 patients visiting a primary care physician, 41% reported experiencing night sweats during the previous month, so the perception of excessive sweating at night is fairly common. It is important to note that flushing (a warmth and redness of the face or trunk) may also be hard t... Other Related Hyperhidrosis ArticlesEmergency Contact for Beaverton
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