Hyperhidrosis Center - Summerville, SCSummerville 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 Summerville * Henry L Kearse MD  Jon R Jacobs MD  Jon R Jacobs MD  Trident Dermatology  Trident Dermatology  Medical University of South Carolina  Medical University of South Carolina  Medical University of South Carolina  Medical University of South Carolina  Medical University of South Carolina  Dermatology & Laser Center of Charleston  Edward A Kotz III MD  Eleanor E Sahn MD PC  Low Country Dermatology Associates  Low Country Dermatology Associates  Marta & Archibald Hampton MDs  Michael F Warren MD  James G Simpson MD  Natural Hideaway  Marianne Rosen MD  Germain Dermatology  Lesly S Davidson MD  Lesly S Davidson MD  Lesly S Davidson MD  Coastal Dermatology  Mount Pleasant Dermatology  Dermatology Associates of the Lowcountry  Beaufort Dermatology  Beaufort Dermatology  Hillcrest Dermatology  Phillip L Latham Jr. MD  Bundy Dermatology  Carolina Dermatology  Florence Dermatology Clinic  Florence Dermatology Clinic  Carolina Health Care  Barbara B Ullman MD  Carolinas Dermatology Group  Carolinas Dermatology Group  Carolinas Dermatology Group  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  The Dermatology Group  The Dermatology Group  Herman O Thompson Jr. MD  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  Columbia Skin Clinic LLC  Department of Medicine  Patricia A McClerklin MD  Professional Pathology Services  Pierre Jaffe MD  Palmetto Dermatology PA  Palmetto Dermatology PA  Robert S Purvis MD  Robert S Purvis MD  Robert S Purvis MD  Raymond E O'Keefe MD  Waccamaw Dermatology & Plastic Surgery  Waccamaw Dermatology & Plastic Surgery Summerville, South CarolinaUpcoming Local Events2012-06-09
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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 Summerville
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