People suffering from hyperhidrosis are constantly looking for new treatment options that could help them reduce sweating and make life a little easier. For decades, people have used tap water iontophoresis to treat hyperhidrosis.

Although the Internet has helped spread information about this method within the hyperhidrosis community, most patients are still unaware of this method.

If over-the-counter antiperspirants and home remedies do not curb the sweating problem, you might turn to medical treatments. With several options to choose from, iontophoresis is a non-invasive, painless, and relatively inexpensive treatment that is suitable for patients to use at home.

You might wonder if iontophoresis is really effective? Considering the effectiveness that customers got using our device and the research that has been done – the simple answer is yes. But before investing your time and money in iontophoresis, you should know how the treatment works, potential side effects, and what results you can expect. So, let’s dig into this.

What is iontophoresis?

Iontophoresis machines are one of the most efficient ways to treat hyperhidrosis. This treatment is suitable for treating hyperhidrosis of the hands, feet, underarms. If the necessary accessory is available, for example, Hidroxa iontophoresis face mask, treatment of craniofacial hyperhidrosis is possible. Please note that treating craniofacial hyperhidrosis with an iontophoresis face mask is still experimental. Nevertheless, we had satisfied customers that say it helps them to manage their sweating. Many patients have achieved great success, but the truth is that it will require some work until satisfactory results are achieved. 

The positive effect of iontophoresis is seen in reducing uncontrollable, excessive sweating since the 1940s. In recent decades, many international studies and case studies have investigated iontophoresis and its positive effect on the treatment of hyperhidrosis. The treatments tend to be very efficient with minimal side effects. The success rate ranges between 80-90% of treated patients while numerous reviews of our happy customers testify the efficiency of this treatment. 

The main advantages of this method are: 

– the reduction of the excessive sweating 

– it is a non-invasive, needle-free, drug-free method 

– the efficiency of iontophoresis treatment for hyperhidrosis generally ranges between 80%-90% of people treated 

– easy to use & clinically proven 

How does iontophoresis work? 

Iontophoresis is often recommended to people who have tried prescription antiperspirants but without success and need more effective treatment. It’s a medical device that delivers a mild electrical current while your affected body part is submerged in the water. Make sure that the water covers the area you wish to treat and no more than that. For example, the palms of the hands.

Before treatment, you will need to turn on the device and place your hands or feet in trays filled with lukewarm water. To treat armpits/face, keep water-soaked sponge pads placed under the armpits or wear a face mask soaked in water. Then a small current passes through the water. Tap water is used as an electrically conductive medium between the electrode and the skin. Accordingly, the use of tap water-soaked sponge pouches is to avoid direct skin contact with the electrodes and thus achieves a greatly homogenous current flow through the skin. The current is conducted in one direction for a certain time, and then vice versa during the same time. 

We don’t known exactly how iontophoresis treatments work, but there are several theories: 

• Electric current and mineral particles in the water work together to thicken the outer layer of the skin, blocking the sweat
• The current can interrupt the normal transmission of the nerve, can disrupt the functioning of your sweat glands 
• It decreases the pH value in the sweat gland, which makes it more acidic and reduces the amount of sweat produced

Iontophoreisis treatment

There are no confirmed hypotheses about how iontophoresis treatment works. What we do know is that this treatment significantly reduces excessive sweating. Usually, you need to perform treatments several times a week (preferably every day). Some of our customers saw the first results after only two weeks.

Once the patient achieves the desired effect, maintenance treatments will occur. At that point, treatments need to be performed less frequently, usually about 1-2 times a week or before important events, such as appointments or a date. In some cases, it can even completely eliminate sweating, and dryness can last up to a month. The treatment works within a relatively short period, but it is very individual and depends on a lot of factors, so you will have to be patient.

What is the difference between the constant current and the pulsed current?

Hidroxa iontophoresis device has a choice of constant (CC) and pulsed current (PC). From our experience, most patients prefer pulsed current over direct because the treatment is more comfortable, although the constant current is generally considered more effective.

So, you’re probably wondering, which should I choose, constant or direct current? It depends. Not all patients will find constant current uncomfortable, but in any case, we recommend using PC at the beginning. If the patient performs iontophoresis and feels discomfort with direct current, switching to pulsed current would make the treatment much more comfortable. This way people can tolerate higher current values. This means that you will not achieve results if you cannot tolerate the current, so PC would be more effective in the long run. If the PC is not effective, then it is usually recommended to switch and try CC as a last resort.

The current strength should be adjusted according to your comfort level. In case you are an adolescent, have sensitive skin, or secondary skin conditions, choose a pulsed current. This setting will provide results with minimal discomfort but might take longer to achieve results. Using a pulsed current is essential when treating excessive sweating of the face.

Collaboration with Oslo University Hospital (Oslo universitetssykehus)

This method to tackle excessive sweating has been used by healthcare professionals in hospitals, clinics, and dermatology departments around the world. Hidroxa supplies many hospitals in the Nordic region with iontophoresis machines. Among them is the University Hospital of Oslo, which encourages its patients to try iontophoresis and see for themselves the effects of iontophoresis.

You can carry out the treatment yourself, in the privacy of your own home, without any medical supervision. The thing is, some people want to see how to perform treatments and whether it works for them before they buy their iontophoresis device.

Our iontophoresis machine has the CE mark and is completely designed for home use. The machines we sell at hidroxa.com are the same devices that use professionals in hospitals, clinics, and dermatology departments. You don’t need a prescription for using iontophoresis. If you buy our #HidroxaSE20 iontophoresis machine, we offer 50 days money-back guarantee. That means you can try iontophoresis at home and if you don’t get satisfactory results, you can easily return it. (See our return policy).

Does it work for everyone?

Nothing works 100% for everyone. In the majority of cases, this treatment is effective with significantly drier hands and/or feet after only 2 weeks. Each treatment lasts approx. 20 to 30 minutes. 

There is no magic wand that will tell you what works for you and how many treatments need to be done for some serious results. Initially, we recommend performing one treatment every day for two-three weeks. After this, when you start feeling the effect, you will need to repeat the sessions as needed weekly/monthly. It needs to be repeated regularly to remain effective.

In the beginning, using an iontophoresis machine can seem to be overwhelming. So, it will require some work and you have to be consistent until you reach your satisfactory level of dryness.

Is iontophoresis safe? What are the potential side effects?

Generally, iontophoresis is a safe procedure, especially when you compare it to other hyperhidrosis treatments, such as anticholinergics or surgery. You will not feel pain from the treatment, but you may experience a mild tingling sensation on the skin during the treatment. Additionally, the electric current is not strong enough to cause any serious damage to your skin or a harmful shock. 

Anti-sweat machines are a proven method for managing hyperhidrosis with minimal side effects. Excessive dryness or mild skin irritation are the most common complaints. 

Some people can also experience: 

• Itching of the treated area shortly after treatment.
• Skin blisters, redness can occur if the intensity of the current was too high or its duration was too long
• You may feel a slight burning sensation if you touch the electrodes
• Feeling of electric shock if you remove your arms or legs from the trays halfway through the treatment
• Moderate skin thickening as a cause of frequent treatments, which means you should do them less often
• If you have eczema, it can make the condition worse. Always being wet from hyperhidrosis could cause eczema, so make sure it is under control before starting iontophoresis

There are no long-term side effects. Proper device operation and following instructions that come with the device are essential to minimize the occurrence of these problems. Before you commence the session, don’t forget to take off all metal jewelry before the treatment. Avoid removing the electrodes or disconnecting the cables until you turn off the device. You should also avoid touching the metal plates that are in the baths, as this may result in a burn.

Is iontophoresis the right treatment for me? Rule out underlying medical conditions

Sometimes, hyperhidrosis occurs due to an underlying medical condition. If it happens for no reason – it is called primary, otherwise, it is secondary hyperhidrosis. If you have a proper treatment for the underlying medical condition, it often helps reduce your sweating. So, before you opt for iontophoresis, always first consult your doctor who will identify any possible underlying medical condition that may be the cause of excessive sweating. 

You should not use iontophoresis if you fall into any of these categories, as this may increase the risk of side effects and complications:

• Women who are pregnant
• If you have a pacemaker or ICD (implanted cardioverter defibrillator)
• Having metallic implant such as a metal-containing IUD (intrauterine device), screws, plates, or wires within the possible current path.
• If you suffer from cardiac conditions or epilepsy
• If the body parts you wish to treat suffer from malign tumors, thrombosis, diabetes, impaired sensitivity, inflammation, uncovered skin defects, fresh wounds, or vascular disorders

The risks of tap water iontophoresis in pregnancy are unknown. However, it is safe if you are breastfeeding. Children under the age of 5 should wait until they get older, but most children tolerate this treatment well. Performing treatments on children under the age of 12 should be supervised. It should be agreed with their doctor that they are suitable for iontophoresis treatment.

How to make iontophoresis more effective?

If you can undergo iontophoresis and notice that you have cuts and scratches on your skin, it helps to apply a thick layer of Vaseline before the treatment. In this case, the damaged skin has lower resistance, due to which the current is higher in this area. This will protect open wounds from irritation and itching during treatment. 

Many patients will experience great results just by using tap water. In case your skin resistance increases in the course of treatment due to the drying skin, we recommend adding a teaspoon of salt. This will regulate the pH level of the water and ensure that the proper milliamperes are achieved. If the resistance of the skin becomes higher after a while, making it impossible to perform a treatment, this is a good thing. It means you have received an effect. Try and wait a few days before performing the next treatment. 

If performing iontophoresis with plain tap water or tap water with added salt does not help you achieve the desired dryness, then you might want to combine prescription medication. You can add anticholinergics such as Robinul and Glycopyrrolate to the water. In most cases, this makes iontophoresis therapy effective. 

Sometimes the skin dryness can occur and if it happens to be cracked or fissured, you can apply a moisturizer after each session. 

Conclusion

Decades of clinical experience and research show a significant reduction of palmar/plantar hyperhidrosis using iontophoresis devices as a safe and effective solution. Iontophoresis is not a permanent solution to your problem, and further maintenance treatments are required. Compared to other potential solutions, this treatment is appropriate and cost-effective that can significantly reduce excessive sweating. Some people think it’s too much of a hassle. But others enjoy the independence of managing therapy and achieving excellent results on their own and whenever they need it. It is up to you to decide.

If you have any questions, please take a look at our FAQ and don’t hesitate to contact us via email at [email protected] or our online chat anytime.

References/Web links to further information:

1. How effective is iontophoresis
2. Information for patients
3. Hyperhidrosis treatments

Irena Kresic

A digital marketing specialist who aims to spread the word about hyperhidrosis, a condition characterized by excessive sweating. And to all those who suffer from hyperhidrosis, I say – gather as much information as possible and find the treatment that works best for you.

www.hidroxa.com

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What happens when sweating takes over your life

Hyperhidrosis (also known as excessive sweating) affects patients’ quality of life, resulting in social and work impairment and emotional distress. This often leads to a negative self-image and fear of people’s reactions. Furthermore, it has a negative effect on the mental health of sufferers, especially its youngest sufferers. They are constantly worried about noticeable sweating. Hyperhidrosis affects their ability to participate in school activities, have fun, pursue a career, engage in relationships, and more.

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.”

– Maya Angelou

However, there are many people out there in the world who are struggling with excessive sweating just like you. According to the International Hyperhidrosis Society, there are nearly 5% of the world’s population suffers. However, many are too embarrassed to speak up and seek help. They frequently report frustrations or problems with things most people take for granted. This often involves things such as shaking hands or missing out on social gatherings. The condition does interfere with almost every aspect of their lives, from clothing to career choice.

Hyperhidrosis awareness

Hyperhidrosis really doesn’t have the awareness that it should have, considering how many people are living with it. Our aim is to spread hyperhidrosis awareness to help people find more support through sharing their stories so that excessive sweating can be taken seriously and given the research and treatment development it deserves. It is also important to spread the word that there are many treatments available and the symptoms of excessive sweating can be effectively treated. 

Living with this condition can make you feel isolated, depressed, confused, and alone, but we want you to know that you are not alone and you are so much more than your diagnosis. It takes a lot of courage to go through life as a sweater and even more to speak about hyperhidrosis.

Giuseppe’s story

Today, through the eyes of a young man Giuseppe Gabriele, here’s a glimpse of the impact hyperhidrosis has on the quality of his life. He is now 19 and discovered this problem 4 years ago.

1. When did you first realize that your sweating was excessive?

Answer: I realized that my sweating was excessive when, even though we were in the middle of winter, my hands and armpits were always sweaty.  Unlike my friends, I often had sweat stains on my T-shirts despite the fact that it was cold, not hot. I often avoided wearing T-shirts or sweaters in bright colors so that others would not notice anything.

2. Which body areas are affected by hyperhidrosis and have you tried any treatments before?

Answer: The areas affected by hyperhidrosis are my hands and armpits. I tried some healing creams and deodorant before, but nothing really seemed to work for me.

3. What is the most challenging thing about living with HhS and how does it affect your life? (interference in daily life, technological issues)?

Answer: Hyperhidrosis interferes with my daily life whether it involves going to the gym and being much sweatier than others, shaking someone’s hand and apologizing for wet or damp hands, going to work, and trying to look always clean and tidy making sure to change my shirts several times.

4. Did you try to hide your sweating and did you develop any of the compensated behaviours (for example, did you avoid certain situations, handshaking, carried handkerchiefs, often changing socks, etc.)?

Answer: I try to hide my sweating especially from people I don’t know. What makes living with hyperhidrosis more difficult is the fear of not always being able to hide this discomfort, the fear that others will judge me badly as if I were dirty and did not take care of myself or they might think that I don’t have perfect hygiene.

5. When did you hear of iontophoresis as a treatment option for excessive sweating?

Answer: I started hearing about hyperhidrosis thanks to my doctor who, after having a question? “Doctor, why do I always have sweaty hands and armpits even if I haven’t exercised and it’s not hot?” He examined me and explained at length what hyperhidrosis is and how it manifests. Then I started researching online about different options and available treatments. It is helpful for me to read various stories of people who have had the same discomfort.

6. Are you sceptical to try iontophoresis and will you update us on your results?

Answer: At first, I was a little skeptical but now I’m ready to change my mind and count on Hidroxa for possible positive changes in my life. I started the treatment a few days ago thanks to my sister who, after various researches, decided to entrust herself to Hidroxa. At the moment, I am working hard to follow instructions on how to achieve the best possible results using an iontophoresis machine. I will keep you informed of the results.

Hyperhidrosis in children

After hearing his story, our goal is to educate people that hyperhidrosis can happen at any age and children are no exception. During childhood and adolescence, we form and develop our personalities. Because of hyperhidrosis, they might come across as shy even though they are really not or they might withhold from answering questions in the classroom because they don’t want to raise their hands to show a sweaty armpit or they overall don’t enjoy too much attention.

“In the long run, hyperhidrosis might change their behaviour and who they are in an unwanted way. In some countries, a patient must wait until they turn 18 before their hyperhidrosis can be treated with botox or iontophoresis. This can be devastating for the individual. These treatments are safe with few adverse effects. Children should be allowed treatment when the sweat starts to have a negative impact on their lives. If that treatment should be aluminium chloride, botox or iontophoresis, is up to them and their doctor to decide. But hyperhidrosis is definitely a paediatric disease and mustn’t be neglected. There is no reason not to help these children.”

Sandra Eriksson Mirkovic, MD.

If excessive sweating is affecting your life too – know that you are NOT alone. And remember, together we can make a difference.

Have you already entered our GIVEAWAY? Read our giveaway blog post and find out how you can get the chance to win our Hidroxa SE 20 iontophoresis device.

If you want your story to be heard, contact us via email at [email protected] or Facebook/Instagram. We are grateful to Giuseppe Gabriele for sharing his story with us!

Irena Kresic

A digital marketing specialist who aims to spread the word about hyperhidrosis, a condition characterized by excessive sweating. And to all those who suffer from hyperhidrosis, I say – gather as much information as possible and find the treatment that works best for you.

www.hidroxa.com

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November is Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month and we think that this condition doesn’t have the awareness that it should have, considering how many people are struggling with it on a daily basis.

That is why, in honor of Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month, we decided to give away our #HidroxaSE20 iontophoresis machine to one lucky winner. 

Hyperhidrosis impact on the quality of life

People suffering from hyperhidrosis experience excessive sweating in the armpits, palms of their hands, soles of the feet, and the face, to name a few places. It has a huge impact on the quality of life, and even prevent those who have it from carrying out everyday tasks. They frequently report frustrations or problems with things most people take for granted. Some of these are shaking hands, missing out on social gatherings, not being able to use their mobile phones, and other touch screens interfaces, or even wear the clothes they want. This can also lead to increased levels of stress and anxiety, as well as isolation and depression. 

We want to encourage more people to talk about hyperhidrosis in order to help normalize the condition. Therefore, raising awareness is the key if we want to make people feel comfortable enough to come forward to ask for help and advice. 

This is why we want you to share your story with us! Together we can use social media and change the life of present and future sufferers of this condition. We’re here to support each other.

The contest is open worldwide (to locations we ship to) and lasts until December 14, 2020, at 11:59 PM CEST. A winner will be selected by a panel of judges. The announcement of the winner will be on December 18, 2020, on our Instagram/Facebook profile. 

Your goal is to show us how much this condition affects the quality of your life while entries are welcome in all languages. To participate you must complete all the required steps. Make sure that your Instagram profile or Facebook post is public depending on where you plan to publish it, otherwise you will not enter the competition.

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How to participate in our Hyperhidrosis awareness month contest:

– Follow @hidroxa on social media (Instagram, Facebook & Youtube) and @doctor_sandra_hyperhidrosis on Instagram

– Submit your hyperhidrosis story on Instagram and/or Facebook using hashtag #MyHyperhidrosisLifeStory and #HidroxaSE20 by December 14, 2020, as well as tag @hidroxa in your post. Make sure that your Instagram profile or Facebook post is public, otherwise, we will not be able to see your post and you will not participate in the contest

– Submit a photo/video of you, depicting your hyperhidrosis (hand, foot, armpits, etc.) or create one for this purpose. It’s up to you. Be creative

Official rules

Click here to see full information & rules. 

*Important: Please read these Official Rules before entering this online contest (the “Contest”) to ensure you understand and agree.

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We hope you had a great summer despite the extremely hot weather that hit us in Sweden. The summer is a season evokes many different emotions for everyone with hyperhidrosis. Autumn has arrived and maybe it is a relief to avoid the heat and regulate the warmth and sweating with layered outfits. We at Hidroxa are excited and are looking forward to new possibilities for what the second half of this year has to offer!

After this summer, we have started a cooperation with Rikshospitalet, the Oslo university hospital. Of course, we at Hidroxa want our consumers to feel safe and comfortable with their purchases. Maybe you are wondering if it is worth to buy and own an iontophoresis machine or if the treatment even works on your body. Therefore, we always give you a 50-day money back guarantee but we are trying to go further than that. By cooperating with the Oslo university hospital you can as a patient start a treatment at the clinic, and if it is working for you, continue the treatment by yourself at home. We are hoping for more cooperation’s with different clinics all around Scandinavia as soon as possible.

Svettpodden, that Sandra takes part in, is continuing to release fresh, interesting and funny episodes. The latest episode is about children, adolescents and pregnant women with hyperhidrosis. What can we do as parents if your children are showing signs of having hyperhidrosis? You can listen on the episode here.

Have a lovely autumn day!

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A lot of people have shown interest in iontophoresis as a treatment option and a lot of people are very content with the method. We are very happy to be able to make a difference for you people out there suffering from hyperhidrosis.

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Yesterday or application was finally approved.

Here is the link to us at Amazon:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0048FI9HY

Have a good weekend!

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We start small, but our vision is to expand and do this important work all around the world. The founder of “Svettmottagningen, Carl Swartling, MD, is a great inspiration to us since he is very knowledgeable with it comes  to hyperhidrosis and its treatments. He is also well known and liked among the patients because of the way he acts towards his patients.

From the end of July, we will have a few iontophoresis devices at Svettmottagningen to look at and you will also be albe to buy them at the clinic.

Hopefully, in the future we will have contributed to making information about hyperhidrosis and also the treatments more available to people who suffer from this condition.

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At Hidroxa, our mission is to help people that are affected by hyperhidrosis – excessive sweating. We’re offering a simple, effective, and accessible method for treating hyperhidrosis called iontophoresis.

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“I feel like Edward Scissorhands”, said a close friend, who previously had been brave enough to share the fact that she suffers from hyperhidrosis of the palms. She then told the story of how limited her life feels and that she almost cant use her hands because of the sweating. The keyborad of the computer gets wet, as well as the paper when she is writing with a pencil. She cant use her smartphone because it is like she has put her hands in water before trying to use the phone. “You avoid physical contact”, she said. “Touching people. Shaking hands, holding the hand of someone you like. Touching your partner during sex. All this, you try to avoid because it feels so uncomfortable to leave everything and everyone you touch soaking wet. Now when I had a baby I even leave him wet when I hold him, because of my hands. Maybe thats okay in the summer”, she continued, “but in the winter he becomes cold fast when he is wet”. It becomes a huge problem. And what if he inherited the condition (hyperhidrosis) from me”? My friend looked worried and there wasnt much to say to comfort her. I know that life with hyperhidrosis can be tricky, in the best case and unbearable in the worst. Luckily, she “only” had hyperhidrosis of the palms. This area of the body, along with the armpits are the boy parts most commonly examined in scientific reports. Since other body parts have not been studied, a lot of doctors and medical personnel say that you cant treat hyperhidrosis of “other” areas.

One usually talks about science as well as proven experience. When studies have not been made in an area but clinical use has shown a results after many years that can be equally important as the result from any study. Hyperhidrosis of other areas than palms and armpits have been treated with for example injection treatments, in some countries, for decades. But it is still common that the effect of treatment effect in these areas is denied. We are trying to spread information about hyperhidrosis and that there are effective treatments even if the hyperhidrosis is located to other body parts than palms and armpits.

No one should have to feel like Edward Scissorhands or let the excessive sweating control their lives. Hyperhidrosis of the palms can be treated with for example antiperspirant deodorants, injection treatments, sometimes with pills or iontophoresis devices (which are what we sell here att Hidroxa). Dont forget to be diagnosed by a doctor before starting a treatment because other causes of excessive sweating need to be excluded.

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At Hidroxa, our mission is to help people that are affected by hyperhidrosis – excessive sweating. We’re offering a simple, effective, and accessible method for treating hyperhidrosis called iontophoresis.

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Excessive sweating of the feet, plantar hyperhidrosis, often starts early, during childhood, but can occur at any time in life. Often, but not always, coupled with excessive sweating of the hands.
One problem with sweaty feet (and also armpits) is that, unlike the sweat of many other areas of the body, it often smells bad, increasing the problems for those who suffer from excessively sweaty feet. Many who read this think safely: Yes, but I also have sweaty feet. You just have to take care of your personal hygiene. Yes, most people have some sort of sweaty feet, more or less troublesome, but it i only called hyperhidrosis when the sweating is very intense and for no obvious reason. For example. when you get up in the morning and the sweat immediately start forming droplets or even start running down the feet. This is quite common for a person with hyperhidrosis. Many with excessive foot sweat describe that they always have to wear socks to absorb the sweat and they say it feels like the sweating is more activated when they are barefoot. They say that their shoes get ruined quickly, which becomes a major expense. But toughest of all is of course the social handicap. As with other forms of hyperhidrosis, it can not be cured but it can be treated in various ways. Some, although they are few, say that the use of aluminum chloride for example, Perspirex or Hydrosal helps the. The foot lotion, not the deodorant, is said to be the best for your feet. Some have read on the internet that aluminum chloride can cause cancer, but to our knowledge there are no scientific studies that points to this. And also, these antiperspirant are sold in pharmacies, which would not be the case if they were proven carcinogens. One can treat hyperhidrosis of the feet with Botulinum Toxin Injections. However, it has been shown that in many cases, the duration of the effect when you treat sweaty feet is short compared to other areas. 2 months effect is not uncommon. One should not be treated more frequently than every 3 months as there is a risk that one become immune to the treatment, which means that it then stops working. Iontophoresis is a treatment that helps against excessive sweating of the hands and feet and can be an option when injection treatments are not possible or in order to prolong the effect of the injections. Read more about iontophoresis here. Some feel they are helped by medication such as Oxybutynin but these tablets are often associated with a lot of side effects ranging from dry mouth and constipation to headaches and even confusion. The recommendation for these medications is to avoid daily use and only take the medication when necessary.

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Now you probably think “sweat machine”, what the heck is that? To explain, we need to rewind the tape a little bit and talk about something called hyperhidrosis and why sweat machines are needed at all.

All people, except for a few exceptions, sweat. It is vital to be able to regulate our body temperature. As all other functions in the body, it can sometimes become defect. You may sweat a little, as we’ll write about today, too much. When you suffer from excessive sweating, you suffer from a condition called hyperhidrosis. Between 1-3% of the world population suffers from hyperhidrosis. Many react with laughter, the first time they hear about excessive sweating. Sweating a lot, how problematic can that be? A very big problem, it turns out, if you speak with those who are affected. If you manage to get hold of someone, that is. For even if the disease is very common, the people with hyperhidrosis tend to stay under the radar because they are ashamed. To sweat a lot, maybe also smell bad, that must be because a person does not take care of their personal hygiene, right? Surely they do not shower very often? These are some common reactions, because almost nobody is familiar with hyperhidrosis, not even the healtcare system. When people with hyperhidrosis seek care, they are often misunderstood or questioned. This, of course, reinforces the behavior of hiding their problems.

There is no known cure for hyperhidrosis yet but it can be treated with a variety of methods, for example iontophoresis. We will come back to more details about treatment options in coming posts.

In this blog we will write about everything related to hyperhidrosis, and we hope that the blog can fill the gap of knowledge regarding hyperhidrosis that exists throughout the community and on the Internet today.

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