Hyperhidrosis Center - North Fort Myers, FLNorth Fort Myers 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 North Fort Myers * Charles S Eby MD  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Associates in Dermatology  Michael J Haiken MD  Florida Skin Center  Acute Dermatology Clinic  Harris Dermatology  Harris Dermatology  Stephen Scholle MD  J Kent Bartruff MD PA  Brian G Fabian MD  Stephen E Chiarello MD PA  Dermataology Associates of Naples LLC  Dermataology Associates of Naples LLC  Manuel H Hernandez MD PA  South Florida Skin Center  Riverchase Dermatology  Riverchase Dermatology  Riverchase Dermatology  Morris J Lipnik MD  Associates in Medical & Surgical Dermatology  Associates in Medical & Surgical Dermatology  Kenneth W Fields MD  Harris Dermatology  Florida Coastal Dermatology Associates  Florida Coastal Dermatology Associates  Mark Konwiser MD  Elba I Rubianes MD  Dermatology Specialists of Naples  Joel F Waltzer MD  Advanced Dermatology  Patrice C Case MD  Bonnie M Zonas MD  Naples Dermatology & Skin Cancer Surgery  Naples Dermatology & Skin Cancer Surgery  Coast Dermatology & Skin Cancer Center  Monica L Walker MD  Monica L Walker MD  Monica L Walker MD  Steven J Wasserman MD  Hobart K Richey MD  Sarasota Skin & Cancer Center  Institute For Advanced Medicine  Milam and Bogart Dermatology  Intercoastal Dermatology  Milam and Bogart Dermatology  American Dermatology Associates  Intercoastal Dermatology  Skin Cancer Specialist Inc  William Elstein MD  Dermatology Associates of Sarasota  Center for Skin Wellness  Abrams Dermatology  O'Donoghue Dermatology  Skin Cancer Specialists  Center for Sight  Dermatology & Skin Surgical Center of Sarasota  Leonard Slazinski MD  Alfred D Hernandez MD  Isaac Zamora MD  David M Bracciano MD  First Physicians Group University Parkway  Dermatology at Lakewood Ranch  Skin Smart Dermatology  S Mark Burnett MD  American Institute of Dermatology PA  University Park Dermatology  University Park Dermatology  John A Cottam MD  Ted F Kadivar MD PA  Riverside Medical Center  Manatee Dermatology  Manatee Dermatology  Peter J Mattina Jr. MD  Susan H Weinkle MD  John W Demetree MD PA  Jeffrey S Beard MD  Philip M Catalano MD  Caruso & Oriba MDs  Caruso & Oriba MDs  Robert R Tawil MD  Water's Edge Dermatology  Lake Wales Walk-In Medical Clinic  James D Morgan MD PA  Brandon Dermatology  Lakeland Dermatology  Lakeland Dermatology  Dermatology Health Care  Wilbur Reschly MD  Nancy Simons Ling MD PA  Bay Dermatology  Prakit Jeerapaet MD  Teresa P Brandt MD  Colorado Health & Youth LLC  Teresa P Brandt MD  Caban Skin Institute  Watson Clinic LLP North Fort Myers, FloridaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-03
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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 North Fort Myers
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