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Wichita Dermatologist Doctors for Hyperhidrosis

Type 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 Wichita *

The Dermatology Clinic PA
Martha Housholder
835 N Hillside St
Wichita, KS 67214
(316) 685-4395

The Dermatology Clinic PA
Krista E Shackelford
835 N Hillside St
Wichita, KS 67214
(316) 685-4395

Moeller Dermatology
Christopher A Moeller
7200 W 13th St N
STE 1
Wichita, KS 67212
(316) 771-9900

Mid Kansas Dermatology
Steven M Passman
1861 N Rock Rd
STE 310
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 612-1833

Witchita Clinic Northeast Dermatology
Stanley L Capper
9211 E 21st St N
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 609-4558

Witchita Clinic Northeast Dermatology
Raashid M Haque
9211 E 21st St N
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 609-4558

Witchita Clinic Northeast Dermatology
John C Robichaux
9211 E 21st St N
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 609-4558

Hutchinson Clinic Dermatology
Kathryn L Graves
2101 N Waldron St
Dermatology
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 669-2570

Hutchinson Clinic Dermatology
Russell S Kelley
2101 N Waldron St
Dermatology
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 669-2570

Hutchinson Clinic Dermatology
Stephen R Marshall
2101 N Waldron St
Dermatology
Hutchinson, KS 67502
(620) 669-2570

Wichita, Kansas

Wichita is a city in and the county seat of Sedgwick County, Kansas, United States. Wichita has evolved into a cultural and entertainment center. The downtown district offers nightclubs, restaurants, shopping centers, museums and parks. Intrust Bank Arena, a 15,000 seat arena in the middle of Wichita, opened in January 2010. Several universities are in Wichita, the largest being Wichita State University with an enrollment of 15,000 students. In July 2006, CNN/Money and Money magazine ranked Wichita 9th on its list of the 10 best U.S. big cities in which to live. In 2008, MSN Real Estate ranked Wichita 1st on its list of most affordable cities. Wichita was also named most "Uniquely American" city by Newsmax Magazine.
(Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wichita,_Kansas)

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Hyperhidrosis

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:

  • Over-the-counter antiperspirants: Home remedies like these are usually tried first because they are readily available. Antiperspirants containing aluminum chloride (for example, Certain-Dri) may be more effective when other antiperspirants have failed. So-called "natural" antiperspirants are often not very helpful.
  • Prescription-strength antiperspirants: those containing aluminum chloride hexahydrat...

Recommended Reading Related to Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis)

Night Sweats »

Introduction to night sweats

Doctors 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...

Emergency Contact for Wichita

  • In case of Emergency, call 911
  • Police (919) 996-3335
  • Fire (919) 996-6115

Nearby Wichita Hospitals *

Select Specialty Hospital Central Wichita
929 N Saint Francis St
Wichita, KS 67214
(316)268-5593

Via Christi Regional Medical Center St Francis
929 N Saint Francis St
Wichita, KS 67214
(316)268-5000

Wesley Medical Center
550 N Hillside St
Wichita, KS 67214
(316)962-2000

Via Christi Regional Medical Center St Joseph Campus
3600 E Harry St
Wichita, KS 67218
(316)685-1111

Robert J Dole VA Medical Center
5500 E Kellogg Dr
Wichita, KS 67218
(316)685-2221

Galichia Heart Hospital
2610 N Woodlawn St
Wichita, KS 67220
(316)858-2610

Via Christi Rehabilitation Center Our Lady of Lourdes Campus
1151 N Rock Rd
Wichita, KS 67206
(316)634-3400

Wichita Specialty Hospital
8080 E Pawnee St
Wichita, KS 67207
(316)682-0004

Wesley Rehabilitation Hospital
8338 W 13th St
Wichita, KS 67212
(316)729-9999

Kansas Surgery & Recovery Center
2770 N Webb Rd
Wichita, KS 67226
(316)634-0090

Kansas Spine Hospital
3333 N Webb Rd
Wichita, KS 67226
(316)462-5325

Kansas Heart Hospital
3601 N Webb Rd
Wichita, KS 67226
(316)630-5000

Newton Medical Center
600 Medical Center Dr
Newton, KS 67114
(316)283-2700

Prairie View Inc
1901 E First St
Newton, KS 67114
(316)284-6400

Susan B Allen Memorial Hospital
720 W Central Ave
El Dorado, KS 67042
(316)321-3300

Sumner Regional Medical Center
1323 N A St
Wellington, KS 67152
(620)326-7451

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