Hyperhidrosis Center - Deerfield Beach, FLDeerfield Beach 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 Deerfield Beach * RSB Dermatology Inc  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of Boca  Dermatology Associates of Boca  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Boca Raton Skin & Laser Center  Tobi Richman-Steinhardt MD  Russel S Glaun MD PA  Hecker Dermatology Group  Hecker Dermatology Group  Bauman Medical Group  Dan H Meirson MD  Buchbinder Dermatology Center  Buchbinder Dermatology Center  Tamara L Gmitter MD  Sukal Skin Institute  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Jeffrey Marcus MD  Dermatology of Boca  Dermatology of Boca  Shagen Abovyan MD  Peter G Ballas II MD  Jay H Brachfeld MD  Michele J Moraes MD & Brian C Moraes DO  Boca Raton Skin Institute  The Center for Dermatology  Alan M Fischer Dermatology  Skin & Cancer Associates  Dermatologic Laser and Surgery Center  Dermatologic Laser and Surgery Center  Dermatologic Laser and Surgery Center  The Center for Dermatology  Jeffrey M Scricca MD  Boca Raton Dermatology  Skin & Cancer Associates  South Florida Skin & Laser Center  Jackie M Tripp MD PLC  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Peter D Sarbone MD  Oakland Medical & Cosmetic Center  Thomas S Breza MD  Lauderdale Dermatology  Dr. Richard Rubenstein  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Pineapple Grove Aesthetics & Dermatology  Advanced Dermatology Care & Cancer  Advanced Dermatology Care & Cancer  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  Dermatology Consultants of South Florida PA  The Center for Dermatology  Natura Dermatology & Cosmetics  Advanced Cosmetic Laser Center  M Lipman & G Zellman MDs  M Lipman & G Zellman MDs  Stacy J Frankel MD PA  Mark S Bernhardt MD  Peter L Babinski MD  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Palm Beach Dermatology  Murray D Smith MD  Shino Bay Cosmetic Dermatology & Laser Institute  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches  Boynton Beach Skin Institute  Ellis Gottesfield MD  William I Roth MD  Boynton Beach Skin Institute  Joseph C Gretzula DO  Martin Dermatology  Pamela A Rousseau MD  Nelson Charlie MD PA  Palm Beach Dermatology Institute  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Skin & Cancer Associates  Waterman Dermatology  Berens Medical Center Inc  Andrew R Altman MD PA  Evan Schlam MD & Edward Schlam MD  Evan Schlam MD & Edward Schlam MD  Dermatology Associates of the Palm Beaches Deerfield Beach, FloridaUpcoming 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 Deerfield Beach
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