Understanding the causes of hyperhidrosis
Sweating is a normal physiological phenomenon. However, when it becomes excessive, it can lead to:
- some visible halos under clothing,
- some persistent odors,
- some skin irritations,
- another Significant social discomfort,
- additional stress that can worsen the phenomenon.
Understanding this impact is essential to implementing appropriate and effective care.
Two main forms can be distinguished:
Primary hyperhidrosis
It usually appears during adolescence, without an identified medical cause.
It most often affects:
- armpits,
- the palms of the hands,
- the soles of the feet.
Stress, anxiety, and heat can worsen symptoms.
Secondary hyperhidrosis
It is linked to an identifiable cause, such as:
- a hormonal imbalance
- certain drug treatments,
- an underlying pathology.
In this case, a Medical advice is essential in order to treat the cause before managing the symptoms.
