Hyperhydrosis is
common in 3% of the population. It is one’s natural
process to sweat with over 3 million sweat glands
covering the human body. However, when sweating becomes
constant, excessive, and/ or totally embarrassing – this
condition can affect one’s personal life, social interactions
and career choices. BOTOX™ treatment helps
control this condition by temporarily blocking the chemical
signals from the nerves that stimulate sweat glands. When the
chemical signals become interrupted, the excessive sweating
stops. BOTOX™ treatment has proven to be effective for underarm
sweating in a variety of clinical studies. In one clinical
trial, over 55% of 104 patients treated with BOTOX™ ach ieved an
effective reduction compared to only 6% without treatment. Hyperhydrosis on the hands has also proven to respond to BOTOX™
injections. This office procedure is relatively simple and
straightforward. Reduction of excessive sweating is usually
observed within the first 4 weeks. The average length of
response is around 6.7 months.The Olympic Dermatology and
Laser Clinic is proud to offer this new procedure to our
patients. Insurance reimbursement is available in most cases. To
explore the possibilities of BOTOX™ injections, please contact
our office for a consultation with one of our medical
practitioners.
The Olympic Dermatology and Laser Clinic is an approved site
from the Allergan Company for our sole use of Botox™ Cosmetic
Products- the only FDA licensed product for temporary reduction
of Moderate to Severe wrinkle lines. |
Excessive sweating or Hyperhydrosis is a common medical
condition that can be personally distressing and demoralizing.
Often, patients experiencing this condition suffer in silence
while trying to disguise the endless sweating with special
clothing, powders, and pads. Until now, sufferers had limited
options. However, BOTOX™ may now be the solution. BOTOX™ has
recently been FDA-approved for severe underarm sweating when
other topical agents have been ineffective.
