Treatment for Excessive Sweating
Injections to safely and effectively reduce excessive sweating
- Treatment time
- 30 to 45 minutes
- Anaesthetic
- Topical numbing cream
- Downtime
- None; avoid strenuous activity and heat for 48 hours
- Results last
- 5 to 7 months
What is treatment for excessive sweating?
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition in which the sweat glands produce far more sweat than the body needs for temperature regulation. It most commonly affects the underarms, hands and feet, and can have a significant impact on daily life, from repeated clothing changes to confidence in social situations.
At Maison Restorative, a course of injections provides a proven, non-surgical solution. Small, precise amounts of a prescribed medicine are introduced into the skin to temporarily block the nerve signals responsible for activating the sweat glands. The result is a marked reduction in sweating in the treated area for a period of several months.
Before treatment, your clinician consults you thoroughly, assesses your suitability, discusses possible side effects and gives you full aftercare guidance. A small amount of topical anaesthetic ensures comfort during the brief procedure. Most patients return to their normal daily routine immediately after their appointment.
Why patients choose Treatment for Excessive Sweating
- Significantly reduces excessive sweating in the treated area
- Proven, clinically established technique
- Quick treatment with no recovery time required
- Reduces social embarrassment and improves daily confidence
- Suitable for underarms, palms and soles of feet
- Results typically last 5 to 7 months per treatment
This treatment suits anyone whose excessive sweating impacts their daily life, self-confidence or clothing choices, and who has found antiperspirants alone insufficient. A consultation confirms suitability and discusses what to expect.
What to expect from Treatment for Excessive Sweating
- Step 1
Consultation
Your clinician assesses your suitability, takes a medical history, discusses your symptoms and goals, and answers any questions about the procedure and aftercare.
- Step 2
Treatment
Topical numbing cream is applied for comfort. Small, precise amounts of the prescribed medicine are injected into the treatment area. The session typically takes around thirty to forty-five minutes.
- Step 3
Aftercare
You can return to normal daily activities immediately. We advise avoiding strenuous exercise and heat for the first 48 hours. Results develop gradually over the following days to weeks.
Small raised bumps at the injection points settle within an hour or so, and minor redness or bruising is common and short-lived. Do not rub or massage the treated area for 24 hours, and avoid strenuous exercise, saunas, steam rooms and hot baths for 48 hours, since heat and sweating in the immediate period can affect how the medicine settles. Leave antiperspirant off the area for the rest of the day if the underarms were treated. The effect is not immediate: you should notice sweating reducing from around three to five days, with the full effect at about two weeks, so do not judge the result before then. A review appointment is usually arranged at two weeks so any area that has responded less can be assessed. The benefit typically lasts five to seven months before treatment needs repeating. Contact the clinic if you develop unusual muscle weakness in the treated area, spreading redness or any symptom that concerns you.
Frequently asked questions about Treatment for Excessive Sweating
How do the injections stop sweating?
The prescribed medicine temporarily blocks the nerve signals that tell the sweat glands to produce sweat. Without that signal, the glands remain inactive in the treated area for the duration of the effect.
How long does the result last?
Most patients experience a significant reduction in sweating for between five and seven months. Repeat treatments maintain the effect on an ongoing basis.
Which areas can be treated?
The most common treatment area is the underarms, but hyperhidrosis affecting the palms of the hands and soles of the feet can also be treated. Your clinician will advise on suitability at consultation.
Is there any downtime?
No significant downtime. We advise avoiding strenuous activities and sources of heat, such as saunas, for the first 48 hours. Beyond that, normal daily life can resume straight away.
Is the treatment painful?
Topical numbing cream is applied before treatment to minimise discomfort. Most patients describe the injections as a mild stinging sensation that passes quickly.
How much does hyperhidrosis treatment cost?
Pricing depends on the area treated and is confirmed in writing at your consultation, with no obligation to proceed.
Considering Treatment for Excessive Sweating?
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