Hyperhidrosis Center - Dearborn Heights, MIDearborn Heights 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 Dearborn Heights * Helene C Dombrowski MD  Thomas P Waldinger MD  Dermatology Center PC  Johanna Karen & Thomas Chapel MDs  Johanna Karen & Thomas Chapel MDs  Johanna Karen & Thomas Chapel MDs  Michael T Goldfarb MD  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  University Group Physicians Dermatology  Wayne State University Dermatology  University Group Physicians Dermatology  University Group Physicians Dermatology  Skin & Vein Center  Henry Ford Health System Taylor Clinic  Somerset Dermatology Institute  Somerset Dermatology Institute  Ali Moiin MD  Somerset Dermatology Institute  Everett Simmons Jr. MD  Heidelberg Dermatology  Heidelberg Dermatology  Bobbi D Edwards MD PC  Consultants in Dermatology  Consultants in Dermatology  Farmington Dermatologists  Farmington Dermatologists  Anthony S Kasiborski MD  Skin Cancer Center of Southeast Michigan PC  Grekin Skin Institute  Grekin Skin Institute  Cosmetic Dermatology & Vein Center  Franklin Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Franklin Dermatology  Syed L Husain-Hamzavi MD  Syed L Husain-Hamzavi MD  Syed L Husain-Hamzavi MD  Bingham Farms Dermatology  Forche & Michels MDs  Forche & Michels MDs  Ann Arbor Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Alan Fligiel MD  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Clinic Troy  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Koger Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Henry Ford Clinic Troy  Henry Ford Health System Dermatology  Arthur W Gulick MD  Koprince Dermatology  Koprince Dermatology  Koprince Dermatology  Louis C Chiara MD  Fred M Novice MD  David Spurlin MD PLLC  Birmingham Dermatology  Dermatology Associates  Drs Chapman, Kleinsmith & Watnick  Drs Chapman, Kleinsmith & Watnick  Drs Chapman, Kleinsmith & Watnick  Associated Dermatology  Associated Dermatology  Associated Dermatology  Associated Dermatology  Neldagae Chisa MD  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Henry Ford West Bloomfield Dermatology  Joel J Harris DO  Great Lakes Dermatology  Lori Fedoronko MD  Indira C Misra-Higgins MD & Daisy R Ramos MD  Ramos & Associates  Indira C Misra-Higgins MD & Daisy R Ramos MD  Lifetime Dermatology  Jolanta Malinowski MD & Stephen Sturman MD  Jolanta Malinowski MD & Stephen Sturman MD  Scott B Karlene MD PC  Lynn Sikorski DO  Carl J Cohen MD  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Dermatology Associates of Macomb Oakland  Mohammad Ghaemi MD  Drs Marvin Siegel & Michael Siegel  Drs Marvin Siegel & Michael Siegel  Annette C LaCasse DO  Anthony & Amy Cardellio DO  Anthony & Amy Cardellio DO  Michigan Center for Dermatology Dearborn Heights, MichiganUpcoming Local Events2012-06-10
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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 Dearborn Heights
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