Botox for sweating

What is hyperhidrosis: Hyperhidrosis is abnormal and excessive sweating beyond the normal without a clear health reason or increase in weather temperature or physical exertion and is also called hyperhidrosis (Hyperhidrosis). People suffering from axillary and hand hyperhidrosis have difficulty keeping their clothes dry and performing manual tasks such as holding a pen or door handle. The skin may become white and flaky due to repeated infections, leading to disruption of normal daily activities. Which parts of the body are affected by hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is divided into two parts, the first hereditary called focal hyperhidrosis and affects specific areas of the body, and the second secondary affecting the entire body, often due to an underlying medical condition such as diabetes, menopause, and thyroid diseases. Axillary region (axillary hyperhidrosis) palms and soles face area (forehead and cheeks) lower back and below the breasts. Can all types of hyperhidrosis be treated? Treatment of focal hyperhidrosis depends on alleviating symptoms and improving quality of life, while treatment of secondary hyperhidrosis depends on treating the underlying medical problem causing hyperhidrosis. What is Botox and how does it work: Botox is the trade name for botulinum toxin, a neurotoxin produced by bacteria called Clostridium botulinum. Botox works by blocking nerve signals responsible for excessive sweating by stopping the chemicals produced by the nervous system that stimulate the sweat glands. Method of Botox injection: The session begins with cleaning and disinfecting the injection area, and applying a local anesthetic cream to reduce pain. The doctor injects small amounts of Botox under the skin using fine needles, with injections distributed in a grid pattern for even treatment. Before the injection: Avoid shaving the axilla 3-4 days before the injection. Stop taking blood thinners and some dietary supplements to avoid bruising. Inform the doctor of all medications and medical conditions. After the injection: You can return to daily activities immediately after the injection, avoiding exercise or hot showers, and avoiding massaging the area for 24 hours. A follow-up is scheduled after one to two weeks to ensure the success of the treatment. Advantages of Botox injections: 80% effective in reducing sweating. Relatively long-lasting. Non-surgical and without anesthesia. Rare side effects. FDA approved. Disadvantages of Botox injections: Considered temporary and not permanent. Not suitable for all parts of the body. Not suitable for patients with myasthenia gravis. Not appropriate for secondary hyperhidrosis cases. When do results appear? Some notice a decrease in sweating immediately after the injection, with results improving after 2-4 days and considered complete within two weeks, lasting from 6 to 12 months. For booking and inquiries: ☎️ 0118342222 | 0533359938