Causes of excessive sweating in women's armpits

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Sweating is a completely normal process. It provides thermoregulation of the body, and also participates in acid-base metabolism, removal of toxins and protection against the penetration of bacteria. However, traces of sweat on clothes and its smell are unlikely to please anyone. We use antiperspirants, creams and other methods to hide all visible manifestations of this physiological process. But, unfortunately, not all people succeed 100%. This is due to severe sweating of the armpits. This situation especially causes women a lot of physical and moral discomfort. And to solve this problem, you need to understand its causes.

Causes

There are many reasons for the development of excessive sweating, and in most cases it manifests itself locally. However, this does not mean at all that if one area of ​​the body sweats, then the rest always remain dry. Very often they sweat at the same time. But we are interested in why armpit hyperhidrosis occurs.

There are six main reasons:

1. The hormonal balance is disrupted, that is, the blood sugar level has increased or there is one of the thyroid diseases.
2. Processes that are inflammatory and infectious in nature occur in the body.
3. Vegetovascular dystonia was diagnosed.
4. Food or chemical poisoning has occurred.
5. Taking certain medications for a long time or exceeding the permissible dosage.
6. A girl goes through puberty, menstruation, and pregnancy. And also in women who have entered menopause.

But a number of factors can provoke excessive sweating of the armpits, which include:

• Having extra pounds.
• Excitement, fear, stressful situations.
• Eating large amounts of spicy, salty and smoked foods, chocolate, coffee, alcoholic and carbonated drinks.
• Using poor quality deodorants.
• Wearing synthetic clothing.

It is important to eliminate armpit hyperhidrosis in a timely manner, otherwise a fungal or bacterial infection may begin to develop and then the treatment process will be much longer and more difficult.

Clinical study

A clinical study was conducted at our clinic, which included 17 patients with severe symptoms of PAH - 10 women and 7 men, average age 32.5 years (19–46 years), skin phototype II–III. The Hyperhidrosis Severity Scale (HDSS) score was 3 or 4.

The HDSS (Hyperhidrosis Disease Severity Scale) is a diagnostic tool that provides a qualitative indicator of the severity of the disease, its impact on daily activity and the patient’s assessment of his condition ( Table 2 ).

Table 2. Score on the Hyperhidrosis Severity Scale.

HDSS score: 1 or 2 points correspond to mild forms of hyperhidrosis, 3 or 4 - severe forms. This scale can be used to analyze the effectiveness and satisfaction of patients with treatment results. A change of 1 point corresponds to an improvement of 50%, and a change of 2 points corresponds to 75% of the initial state.

Exclusion criteria from the study:

• concomitant therapy for PAG in the last 12 months (for example, surgical treatment or injections of botulinum toxin type A in the axillary areas);
• implanted pacemaker;
• tendency to form keloid scars;
• pregnancy or lactation;
• various systemic diseases.

Before each procedure, infiltration anesthesia was performed with a solution of articaine hydrochloride/adrenaline hydrochloride.

For the treatment of PAG, a Fractora tip with 24 electrodes 3 mm long, made of surgical steel, where each needle is insulated with silicone, and the active part is the distal end, was chosen. The parameters of radio wave exposure used are 30–40 J, 3 passes over the skin surface with an overlap of 80%. Initially, all patients underwent 1 session of the procedure. In 12% of cases (2 of 17 patients), a repeat procedure was required after 1 month, which is associated with the baseline choice of low energy settings.

At 4 and 8 weeks after the first treatment, 70.6% (12 of 17) and 59% (10 of 17) of patients achieved an HDSS score of 1 or 2, respectively. In the short term, FractoraDry was slightly less effective than botulinum toxin type A. However, in the long term, FractoraDry has shown significant success in the treatment of primary axillary hyperhidrosis.

The most common adverse effects were temporary swelling and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. They were mild, well tolerated and completely disappeared within 1 week after each session ( Fig. 4, 5 ).

Rice. 4. Condition of patient E. immediately after the HIFRF procedure (top) and as the treated area heals (bottom).

Rice. 5. Patient O’s condition immediately after the HIFRF procedure (top) and as the treated area heals (bottom).

Symptoms

Hyperhidrosis can often begin during adolescence and the disease will only progress as people grow older. Sweat is released in large quantities under the slightest stress, changes in diet, and so on. But this is still half the problem, because the spots wet from sweat are accompanied by a pungent odor. This is due to the fact that an environment favorable for the proliferation of fungi and bacteria is created. And prolonged skin contact with wet clothing can lead to dermatitis.

Armpit hyperhidrosis, according to the degree of manifestation, is divided into mild, moderate and severe disease.

• Mild disease is the initial stage, in which there may be no symptoms at all, or small sweat stains may appear on clothing in the armpit area.
• Moderate disease is characterized by more severe sweating. People who have this degree feel the smell of sweat coming from themselves and try to avoid public places. Wet spots ranging in size from 20 to 30 cm appear on their clothes and they are forced to change clothes several times a day.
• Severe illness is the most unpleasant, because sweat flows down the body of sick people in streams. They give off a pungent odor of sweat, and the people around them have no desire to communicate with them.

Taking medications

If necessary, special medications can be used to reduce sweat in the armpits. The action of such products is aimed at reducing the secretion of fluid by the sweat ducts and eliminating unpleasant odors.

A doctor will help you choose the right treatment, determine the degree of hyperhidrosis and prescribe treatment.

The following medications can be used:

1. Formagel is a product used to normalize sweat glands. It has the property of eliminating microorganisms that cause inflammation. Use the product once every few days on clean armpit skin. Cost 400 rubles .
2. Teymurov's paste is used for various areas of the body where hyperhidrosis is observed. The product has antiseptic properties and eliminates unpleasant odors. The drug may cause irritation, so you should consult a specialist before starting therapy. Do not use if you have an allergic reaction or inflammation in the armpits. Cost 240 rubles .
3. Healing hormone - the drug reduces the secretion of fluid from the glands and eliminates harmful microorganisms. It is applied directly to the locations of the sweat glands. It is recommended to apply before bed, after moistening a cotton pad with the liquid in the ampoules. Price 150 rubles .
4. Atropine is a drug that affects the glands, reducing their secretion. The drug is prescribed individually for each person by the attending physician. Side symptoms such as dry mouth and headache may occur. Cost 90 rubles .
5. Oxybutynin is a remedy for removing excess fluid from the body. It is used for different ages; if necessary, liquid forms of the drug can be used. Cost 150 rubles .
6. Clonidine is a drug in tablet form used to reduce excessive sweating. Affects internal secretion, which leads to a decrease in the secretion of fluid from the ducts. The product may cause drowsiness and headache. Price 90 rubles .
7. Lassara paste - the drug has an antibacterial and drying effect. It is recommended to use the paste before bed once every few days. It may cause side symptoms in the form of an allergic reaction; in the presence of diseases of the digestive system, the use of the drug is contraindicated. Cost 120 rubles .

Formagel

Pasta Teymurova

Urotropin

Atropine

Oxybutynin

Clonidine

Lassara paste
Medicines can reduce the secretion of sweat glands in the armpits, however, depending on the individual characteristics of the body, side symptoms may occur. Before starting therapy, it is recommended to carefully study the instructions.

How and with what to treat

If your armpits are sweating, then you definitely need to do something about it. And you should start by visiting two specialists - an endocrinologist and a dermatologist. Only they must determine what methods of treatment will be carried out. The patient will first be sent to undergo a series of tests, the results of which will make it clear whether he requires consultation with other specialists or whether this is not necessary. Next, a treatment tactic suitable for the patient will be selected, taking into account the degree of hyperhidrosis and the individual characteristics of his body.

Drug treatment may consist of:

• Application of zinc-based creams or ointments to the skin, which are well distributed over the skin and absorbed into it. These products include Calamine - it reduces sweating, eliminates irritation and inflammatory processes, preventing fungal and bacterial infections from progressing.
• Taking drugs based on belladonna and belladonna (Bellataminal, Bellaspon). And another remedy, Belloid, is an excellent remedy for sweating caused by vegetative-vascular dystonia.
• Taking sedative tablets such as Persen, Glycine or Novo-Passit. You can take prepared valerian tincture at night.
• Treatment of the armpits with a solution of Chlorophyllipt or boric acid. The therapeutic effect they provide helps eliminate odor and prevent complications.
• The use of Teymur paste or Formagel, which have an antiseptic and disinfectant effect. But they can only be used as prescribed by a doctor.
• Use of antifungal agents. Most often it is recommended to apply a solution of Hexamine to the armpits at night. They resort to it when severe sweating is accompanied by a strong unpleasant odor.
• Using deodorants containing aluminum salts, which eliminate the smell of sweat.

What is armpit hyperhidrosis?

In the armpits of a person there are a large number of sweat glands, due to which during thermoregulation, excess moisture is released in the form of sweat. Hyperhidrosis can be observed during intense physical activity or in stressful situations. There are several types of disease:

• primary form (has a local form);
• secondary (caused by internal pathologies in the body).

Heavy sweating does not always indicate a serious problem. For an accurate diagnosis, you must consult a specialist and take the necessary tests.

To avoid the formation of stains on clothes due to sweat, people use special products - antiperspirants. They must be used with extreme caution, since an excessive amount of such agents leads to clogging of pores and the onset of the inflammatory process.

Treatment at home

But along with drug therapy, the attending physician will definitely recommend that the patient follow certain rules at home to speed up the reduction of sweating.

First of all, a patient with hyperhidrosis will need to strengthen the rules of hygiene, namely:

• Get into the shower at least twice a day;
• Make changes to your diet and include foods and dishes that do not cause sweat;
• Change your wardrobe, adding clothes made from natural, breathable fabrics;
• Go outside more often;
• Apply deodorants and antiperspirants against sweat only to clean and dry skin of the armpits; It’s good if a couple of hours pass after going to the shower.

How to deal with increased or severe sweating under the arms?

The main goal of treating hyperhidrosis is to normalize the function of the sweat glands. There are many ways to solve the problem.

Creams and ointments

TOP 5 best external products:

1. 
   Teymurov's pasta .
   This cream contains zinc oxide, talc, lead acetate, boric acid and salicylic acid. It is applied to the affected area up to 3 times a day. The average course of treatment is 20-22 days. The paste effectively treats sweating, dries and disinfects the skin. Contraindicated in pregnancy, skin inflammation, kidney pathologies and allergies to any of the components. Disadvantages - leaves a whitish coating and can cause a burning sensation. The average price per tube is 37-39 rubles.

2. 
   Lassara cream paste .
   The main ingredients are zinc oxide, salicylic acid, petrolatum and starch. The product has a drying, antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect. It is applied to the skin 1-2 times a day for 18-20 days. The paste has a greasy consistency, which makes absorption difficult. The average price is 27-28 rubles.

3. 
   Formagel .
   The basis is the active substance – formalin. The ointment is applied once for 35-40 minutes, after which it is thoroughly washed off. Repeated use is carried out after 9-10 days. In severe cases of hyperhidrosis, the composition can be applied for 3 days (once a day). The main advantage is how long the effect lasts. The average price is 205 rubles.

4. 
   Lavilin .
   This is a deodorant cream that can stop sweating for a long time. It is based on extracts of medicinal plants, which ensures harmlessness. The product is applied once, and its effect lasts from 5 to 10 days, depending on the degree of hyperhidrosis.

   The cream is quite expensive, but is highly effective. The average price is 720 rubles.

5. 
   Nepotoff .
   The cream is available in 2 versions - for men and women. It is not recommended for use by children and pregnant women (learn about the causes of excessive sweating in women and children and how to deal with the disease). The product is applied to the skin and gently rubbed. Apply once a day for 3-5 days. The effect lasts for more than 2 weeks.

   The average price is 1200 rubles.

Ointments and creams are quite safe, but they can also cause side effects. They are sold in pharmacies without prescriptions, but they should be used after consulting a doctor.

Read more about how to treat hyperhidrosis with tablets and ointments here.

Folk remedies for treatment

TOP 3 recipes:

1. Chamomile infusion . Chamomile flowers (2 tablespoons) are crushed and poured with boiling water (0.7 l). The composition is infused for 1-1.5 hours. Before use, 1 tablespoon of soda is added to it. The axillary area is treated 3-4 times a day for 2-3 weeks.
2. Alcohol tincture of horsetail . The grass is dried and crushed. The raw materials are filled with alcohol or vodka at the rate of 1 tablespoon of herbs per 50 ml of alcohol. The product is infused for at least 10 days in a cool place. Before use, dilute with cooled, boiled water in a ratio of 1:2. Apply to the skin 2 times a day for 5-8 days.
3. Infusion of oak bark . The raw materials are crushed and infused in boiling water (1 teaspoon per 200 ml) for about 1 hour. Before use, lemon juice is added in a ratio of 1:3. The affected area is wiped with infusion up to 4-5 times a day.

You can learn how to treat hyperhidrosis at home here.

How to remove it surgically?

The most effective surgical methods:

1. Endoscopic sympathectomy (ETS) .
   This method is considered one of the most effective. The operation involves making 2-3 small incisions in the axillary area, through which an endoscope with a miniature camera and a special surgical instrument are inserted. Under the control of a video camera, the destruction of the sympathetic trunk or the pinching of nerve fibers with clips is carried out. The operation is performed under general anesthesia. The main disadvantage is the risk of relapse. The cost of ETS in Moscow and St. Petersburg is 25,000-30,000 rubles.
2. Liposuction .
   It is based on extracting fat from the axillary area, along with which the sweat glands are automatically removed. When using the mechanical method, special pumps are used. After the operation, minor complications are possible, but in general it is a minimally invasive technology. The average price of such treatment is 20,000-22,000 rubles.
3. Curettage .
   The operation consists of scraping (removing) the sweat glands in the most critical places. Before the procedure, an iodine-starch test is performed to determine the exact size and location of areas with hyperhidrosis. The technique allows you to remove up to 70% of all glands, which dramatically reduces sweating. The price of the operation is from 15,000 to 46,000 rubles, depending on the degree of damage and the volume of curettage.

How to get rid of it forever using physiotherapeutic methods?

Basic methods of physiotherapy:

1. Laser therapy . The sweat glands are destroyed using a thin laser beam. In this case, the surrounding tissues are not damaged. The operation is performed under local anesthesia for 35-45 minutes. For serious pathologies, 2-4 sessions are required. The cost of treatment in Moscow and St. Petersburg averages 35,000-38,000 rubles.
2. Iontophoresis . The essence of the method is the introduction of a medicinal, active substance using an electric current. This ensures effective and precise delivery of the product directly to the lesion. The duration of the procedure is 20-35 minutes. The number of sessions can reach 8-10. The average price of iontophoresis in large cities is 25,000-28,000 rubles.
3. Botox injection . A highly toxic composition is injected using thin needles directly into the affected area. The product suppresses the sweat glands. The drug is administered once, and the effect lasts from 7 to 12 months, after which the procedure is repeated. The average price of Botox is 13,000-15,000 rubles.

If problems are detected in the functioning of the sweat glands, immediate action must be taken. This disease does not go away on its own, and if left untreated, it gets worse. What is the danger of hyperhidrosis of the palms, feet, head, face and how to deal with the disease - read on our Internet portal.

Botox treatment

When tablets and ointments do not give the desired result, the doctor may recommend that his patient inject Botox under the skin. Thanks to this substance, you can forget about sweating for six months. This method has several contraindications, the main ones being diabetes, hypertension and pregnancy.

Botox injections are carried out with disposable insulin syringes. Since the axillary area is very sensitive, it will first be treated with a creamy anesthetic or an ice pack will be applied.

Then the specialist will mark the injection sites at a distance of a couple of centimeters from each other and calculate the amount of Botox. If the procedure was carried out correctly, then the formation of a papule occurs, of which no traces will remain during the day. As for the duration, on average it is an hour or a little less.

After Botox injection, you should not visit the bathhouse, sauna, solarium, or gym for a week, and do not use deodorants, antiperspirants, or creamy antiperspirants.

Types of sweating

The sweating reaction directly depends on both the ambient temperature and humidity, as well as on the individual reactions of the body, mental stress and level of physical activity. Depending on these factors, human sweat production can usually be divided into 2 types:

1. Thermoregulatory - occurs over the entire surface of the skin and plays the role of a regulator of body temperature in changing conditions (warming air, intense physical exercise).
2. Psychogenic, which manifests itself as a mental reaction to stress or fear - sweating in the armpits, palms, soles of the feet or areas of the skin on the face (forehead, cheeks, nose).

Various sweating disorders indicate that the human body cannot adapt to changing environmental conditions or to emotional and physical stress. These are incorrect reactions of the autonomic nervous system, namely its sympathetic part.

After all, the autonomic nervous system helps a person survive in this world and plays a role no less important than the cardiovascular or respiratory system. Axillary hyperhidrosis most often indicates that the disorders concern the psyche rather than being associated with some kind of physical illness. Of course, there are exceptions - stress sometimes causes general sweating of the whole body, and diseases of the endocrine system (diabetes mellitus) often result in excessive sweating in certain areas.

Folk remedies

Alternative medicine also has enough remedies to get rid of armpit hyperhidrosis.

The most effective are considered:

• Chamomile-soda mixture. A regular decoction is prepared from chamomile, and a couple of tablespoons of baking soda are added to it. You need to constantly wipe your armpits with this mixture.
• Decoction of oak bark with lemon juice. It is necessary to lubricate the armpits several times daily with this solution. It helps reduce the secretion of sweat glands.
• Tincture of horsetail and walnuts. To prepare it, both components are mixed in equal proportions. The tincture should be used twice a day. It perfectly reduces sweating.
• Composition of propolis with sage tincture. Propolis is dissolved in vodka, and sage tincture is added. It is recommended to apply the product to the armpits in the morning.

Homemade deodorants

Treatment of armpit sweating with folk remedies includes the independent preparation of deodorizing mixtures.

Therapeutic deodorant

To make deodorant for hyperhidrosis at home, you will need:

• Coconut oil for base – 100 g.
• Corn or potato starch - 2 tbsp.
• Baking soda – 2 tbsp.
• Essential oil (melissa, lemon, sage, chamomile, fir, eucalyptus, tea tree, orange, cardamom) - any of your choice.

How to cook:

Melt coconut oil in a water bath, add soda, starch and 15 drops of essential oil (you can mix several). Mix everything thoroughly, but do not boil. Pour the mixture into the mold and wait until it hardens completely. Remove from the mold and use as an antiperspirant.

Read also:

Why does my face and head sweat and how to get rid of it?

This is an excellent remedy made from natural ingredients to reduce hyperhidrosis. It is recommended to store deodorant in the refrigerator, otherwise it may melt.

Deodorant powder

Homemade powder deodorant can be conveniently stored in a baby powder bottle.
To prevent armpits from sweating and unpleasant odor, try preparing a dry mixture and powdering your skin with it.

You will need:

• Boric acid powder – 15 g.
• Zinc oxide – 10 g.
• Burnt alum – 10 g.
• Salicylic acid (aspirin) – 10 g.
• Talc (baby powder) – 25 g.

Mix all the ingredients together and pour into a convenient jar with a lid. Apply to skin morning and evening.

Powder based on oak bark

You will need:

• Oak bark – 1 pack.
• Boric acid – 1 tbsp.
• Talc – 1 tbsp.

The oak bark must be ground to a powder; it is most convenient to do this in a coffee grinder. Then all the ingredients are mixed together until smooth and poured into a jar. It is recommended to use powder instead of regular store-bought deodorant. This is a very effective folk remedy that has a healing antiperspirant effect.

Iontophoresis

This procedure involves the introduction of special substances using galvanic current into the body of a person suffering from hyperhidrosis. The drugs necessary for the treatment of sweating are added to the water and used for the procedure. Iontophoresis, despite its safety and simplicity, still has contraindications: epilepsy, the presence of implants, pregnancy, various neoplasms. Although this procedure is prescribed for hyperhidrosis of the armpits, it gives better results for hyperhidrosis of the palms and feet. To treat sweating, 5 to a maximum of 10 sessions are enough, and then iontophoresis is needed only as a maintenance procedure. In addition, it can be combined with other treatment methods.

Surgeries for hyperhidrosis

Surgical intervention is resorted to only as a last resort. If all measures are unsuccessful, sympathectomy may be performed.

Endoscopic sympathectomy is the most effective and minimally invasive technique of all existing ones.

The operation begins with making small incisions in the armpit area, where an optical camera is inserted, then destruction or clipping of the sympathetic trunk is performed. There is no need for long-term hospitalization, and the patient is sent home the next day. Sympathectomy is considered a radical operation for hyperhidrosis.

Local surgical interventions for armpit hyperhidrosis

Curettage

Before performing, a test with iodine and starch is performed to determine the area of ​​greatest accumulation of sweat glands.

Under local anesthesia, a curette and a suction apparatus are used to remove the sweat glands.

The results after the intervention are different for everyone; in most cases, one surgical intervention is enough, since more than 65% of the sweat glands are removed.

The method is more affordable than the injection of Botox or Dysport.

Liposuction

This method is suitable for the treatment of hyperhidrosis in obese patients, since sweat glands are also removed along with fat deposits.

It should be noted that all surgical interventions can have such adverse consequences as:

• inflammatory process, • hematoma, hemorrhages, bruises, • pain syndrome, • changes in sensitivity, • long-term rehabilitation. • compensatory hyperhidrosis.

Compensatory hyperhidrosis is diagnosed in 10% of operated patients. The sweat glands, which previously worked normally, begin to become more active. If the outcome is favorable, after about a year, the condition will stabilize. If this does not happen, then with destructive sympathectomy the situation cannot be corrected, and if clipping was performed, sometimes they go to remove the clip.

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Surgical methods

They are resorted to only if none of the above methods for treating hyperhidrosis have given the desired result. There are three main types of surgery:

• ETS is a simple operation during which a small incision is made in the chest, an endoscope is inserted and the nerve endings are clamped with a special clip. However, patients are wary of such an operation, since after it a very unpleasant side effect may “come out” - general sweating.
• Armpit liposuction. It is very common in plastic surgery, as it gives an excellent long-term effect in the treatment of hyperhidrosis. This is the main advantage of this method.
• Curettage. Surgery to remove sweat glands and destroy nerve endings. Allows you to achieve lasting and long-lasting results. The disadvantages of this method include the risk of formation of incision marks and hard scars.

About eliminating stress factors

Any person who has experienced the problem of embarrassment associated with sweating at least once in their life knows that the most sweat is produced when excited. That is, a person sweats, worries... which is why he begins to sweat even more . It turns out to be a vicious circle. You just can't help but sweat when you're in the same room with strangers, which only makes your sweating worse! So it is in the patient’s interests to learn to control his emotions, since otherwise none of the common methods for treating hyperhidrosis will help him at all.

How can we learn to cope with this problem? Talk to a psychologist, first, try to understand the true reasons for your anxiety. It won't hurt to do yoga and strength sports . They make a person calmer and more confident. In addition, regular exercise helps normalize the body's thermoregulation system, which also helps to “curb” the activity of the sweat glands.

Important! If sweating is caused by excitement and nervousness, do not try to eliminate it by swallowing handfuls of antidepressants! Many cases have been described in which hyperhidrosis in people only worsened as a result of taking these drugs.

In a word, movement is vital for any person! It is especially necessary for those people whose body weight is far from medical norms. Even daily walks can significantly reduce the amount of sweat produced. In 2020, an experiment was conducted in which about 150 volunteers were examined “in the body.” Half of them worked out in the gym for three hours a day, the others just walked for an hour and a half. Imagine the surprise of the researchers when, as a result, the intensity of sweating decreased almost equally in both groups. So you don't have to spend hours in the gym!

Prevention

Those who are prone to excessive sweating need to change clothes made from synthetics to clothes made from natural fabrics, and also carefully monitor their personal hygiene.

Antiperspirants should be applied to the armpits no earlier than an hour or two after getting out of the shower.

After the course of treatment of hyperhidrosis, either medically or surgically, is completed, it is necessary to prevent its recurrence. And to do this, you should start strengthening the body: take a course of vitamins, adhere to a balanced diet (do not eat a lot of sweet, salty and fried foods) and a healthy lifestyle (play sports). And then there will be no complications.

Why is hyperhidrosis dangerous?

Excessive sweating does not pose any danger to life, but it is a fact that it significantly reduces the quality of life, leading to problems in communication and even causing skin diseases.

Skin with hyperhidrosis becomes vulnerable to boils and carbuncles (purulent skin diseases), as well as warts (growths on the skin caused by the papilloma virus). Also, excessive sweating can provoke an exacerbation of atopic dermatitis.

The occurrence of a pungent odor of sweat is another nuisance with hyperhidrosis. This disease itself is not accompanied by odors, however, if sweat lingers on the skin for a long time, bacteria begin to decompose it, which is why the smell occurs.

Complications of a psycho-emotional nature may occur. Many people lose confidence in themselves, afraid of sweating at an unnecessary moment, for example, at a business meeting, date, etc. In this case, a vicious circle results - a person, having sweated, begins to get nervous and because of this, sweats even more.

According to studies, most people with excessive sweating feel unhappy and may even become depressed. Therefore, it is very important to monitor your mental health first of all, because it can also affect your physical condition.

Diseases that cause sweating

Sometimes excessive sweating can be caused by serious pathologies occurring in the body. Such situations require medical intervention and pose a serious threat to health and even life. Diseases that cause hyperhidrosis in the armpits:

1. One of the possible problems is diseases “on the female side”. Such pathologies always cause hormonal imbalances;
2. Other endocrine system disorders can also manifest as secondary hyperhidrosis. For example, this disease is typical for people who suffer from diabetes;
3. Sweating is also characteristic of infectious and viral processes occurring in the body. However, in this case, not only the armpits sweat, but the whole body;
4. Excessive sweating can also occur with food or alcohol poisoning. In this case, the armpits sweat especially heavily;
5. A similar unpleasant symptom manifests itself in liver disease. After all, this organ is involved in the production of female hormones;
6. The kidneys perform the function of removing excess fluid and harmful substances from the body. If pathological processes develop in an organ, part of its functions are taken over by the armpits;
7. Diseases of the rheumatoid type also lead to sweating. This symptom is especially characteristic of the later stages;
8. An increase in temperature is another cause of sweating. With the help of the sweat glands, the body tries to restore thermoregulation;
9. Excess weight is the most common cause of excessive sweating. Almost all obese people have hyperhidrosis;
10. Neurological diseases also lead to sweating;
11. Also, a similar sign can occur with malignant and benign tumors.

With such diseases there are usually other symptoms. However, sometimes they are not very pronounced and do not attract attention. That is why, if signs of hyperhidrosis occur, you should visit your therapist.

Reviews

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Igor

I have been suffering from hyperhidrosis for many years now. I have a responsible job, and I walk around in constant tension so that I don’t suddenly sweat at business meetings. When I walk around in a jacket, it’s still tolerable, but when I wear just a shirt, it’s real torture. The armpits sweat the most. I went to the doctor and he recommended Formagel to me. I use it, I won’t say that the sweating has disappeared, but life has become much easier. One application lasts me 5 days, and living without sweating for that amount of time is already great!

Arina

I have the same problem, my armpits sweat a lot. I have tried everything - special deodorants and creams, and even Dry Dry, which was well advertised some time ago - nothing helps. I sweat equally in both winter and summer, but there is no smell. You have to wear dark clothes, but you really want to dress up in something light! But for now this is only in my dreams... Probably, one of these days I’ll make an appointment with an endocrinologist, maybe he can suggest something sensible.

Express methods for solving problems

Patients suffering from excessive sweating are always faced with the acute question of what to do if their armpits sweat very much. This situation is especially painful when a person is in a public place.

There are several emergency measures that can be taken if necessary:

1. Body care cosmetics . It is recommended to select lotions and creams with a light texture. When using oily nutrients, the skin does not breathe well and the pores become clogged. Such creams create a film on it, so the sweat glands are activated and the amount of sweat produced increases. This may be the reason why your armpits begin to sweat intensely. Oily body cosmetics cause overheating of the skin, which negatively affects the process of sweating. For people who sweat a lot, light moisturizing lotions are suitable.
2. Talc . Treating your armpits with this product will help make your skin dry and soft for a short period of time. For this purpose, you can also use baby powder, which is a good absorbent. Dry powders quickly absorb excess moisture on the skin. The effect will last for a couple of hours, so this product is perfect as an express aid for excessive sweating. How to reduce underarm sweating, if you don’t have talcum powder or baby powder on hand, it is recommended to use regular potato or corn starch.
3. Antiperspirants . These products contain aluminum chloride, which is responsible for blocking the sweat glands. Before using antiperspirant, your armpits should be washed with soap and dry. It is recommended to perform this procedure in the evening before going to bed.
4. Decrease in body temperature . When the body overheats, sweating increases, so this problem can be solved by cooling the body. When it's hot and stuffy, it's quite understandable why a person sweats in his armpits. And if the patient also has health problems, then the situation gets worse, and an urgent need to decide how to reduce armpit sweating. You should take water treatments more often in such weather. It is recommended to shower cool rather than hot. The room temperature should be comfortable. This will improve the patient's condition.
5. Special remedies for armpit hyperhidrosis . There are antiseptic sprays and sanitizers for areas with excessive sweating. They will help to quickly solve the problem of removing excess moisture from the skin and getting rid of unpleasant odor. Most of these products are alcohol-based, which makes it possible to dry the skin well. Due to the rapid evaporation of alcohol, the treated area will instantly cool down. In an emergency, when you need to instantly remove excess sweat, you can use sanitary napkins. It is recommended to always keep such antiseptics with you so as not to rack your brains about what to do if your armpits are constantly wet.
6. Drinking fluids . You should drink at least two liters of water. Drinking plenty of fluids will help the body cool down. Dehydration will only contribute to overheating.
7. Apple vinegar . If you have a dilemma about what to do when your armpits often sweat, you should use natural apple vinegar. Since the product is organic, it will help normalize the pH of the skin. This in turn will speed up the evaporation of sweat. It is recommended that after a shower, wipe your armpits with a piece of cotton cloth soaked in apple cider vinegar. If there is no redness of the skin, you can not wash off the product with water.
8. Sage decoction . You should make it a rule to rinse your armpits with this herbal infusion every day. The leaves of this plant help get rid of the pungent odor of sweat. Sage decoction can also be added to the bath.

These practical tips will help you quickly solve the problem of wet and unpleasantly smelling armpits. But, in order to solve the issue radically, you need to find the cause of increased sweating. Only a specialist can explain how to get rid of sweaty armpits.