Hyperhidrosis Is Embarrassing

December 26, 2008 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I am a 61-year-old male in what I think is great condition. However, for as long as I can remember, I have had a problem with sweating. If a warm breeze comes by, if I drink a hot cup of coffee or have a glass of wine, I sweat profusely.

I exercise a great deal and sweating isn’t a problem then. What is a constant source of embarrassment, though, is being out to dinner or at a party when the waterfall starts. Do you have any thoughts or solutions?

DEAR READER:
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition in which a person sweats at unpredictable times and in excess. It affects up to 3% of our population, yet less than half with the diagnosis seek medical attention. As you have discovered, the discomfort is both emotional and physical.

Generally speaking, people sweat during exercise, [Read more...]

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November 15, 2008 By

DEAR DR. GOTT:
I am a 66-year-old woman with a sweating problem. For the last two years I have had a problem with my head sweating uncontrollably. It’s like someone is following me with a hose and spraying my head. It started in the winter and became severe in the summer. I have seen an endocrinologist who says I am fine. I have also seen a dermatologist who put me on propantheline bromide and was told that if it didn’t work there was nothing else for me. I can’t believe there is no answer and hope you can give me some insight into how to stop the water works.

DEAR READER:
An increase in sweating may be related to menopause. I suggest you check with your gynecologist regarding possible testing and treatment options. [Read more...]

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