People who suffer from excessive perspiration are turning to
a well-known line and wrinkle treatment for help.
According to a Canadian medical specialist, Botox
is one option that people can use for the treatment
of excessive sweating, known as hyperhidrosis. In the same way that
Botox helps to stop wrinkles by relaxing a person's muscles, it can be used to
block messages telling the body to perspire from reaching the sweat
gland.
The cause of the condition remains unknown, but the effects
can have a major impact on the sufferer's life. It can lead to a loss of
confidence and self-consciousness, leaving some people unable to lift up their
arms or shake another person's hand.
Toronto-based cosmetic dermatologist Dr Nowell Solish said
the condition results in a degree of perspiration that is markedly different to
that usually experienced during periods of strenuous activity.
He said: "It's not sweating when you exercise and work
out – it's sweating all the time. Even in the winter, even when you're home
watching TV.
"Basically, if your sweating is enough that it
interferes with your daily activities of your life, you probably have
hyperhidrosis."
