Hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating is a medical condition described as: sweating beyond what is necessary to cool the body. The most common areas affected are the hands, feet, groin, face and underarms.

Hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) can have a serious impact on self-confidence, personal relationships and even career success. But today’s treatments offer hope. Innovative surgical and non-surgical approaches allow you to specifically treat the affected area painlessly and easily.

1) Focal Hyperhidrosis or Primary Hyperhidrosis affects local areas such as the underarms, palms, feet and face. It is caused by a malfunction within the sympathetic nervous system that causes an over-stimulation of the nerve to release a chemical called acetylcholine which over-activates the eccrine gland (sweat gland) to produce more sweat.

2) Generalized Hyperhidrosis or Secondary Hyperhidrosis usually affects the entire body. It is caused by other conditions such as menopause, metabolic disorders, neurological disorders, infections, etc.

The Hyperhidrosis Disease Severity Scale or HDSS is a scale used for primary axillary/underarm hyperhidrosis patients. It provides a qualitative measure of the severity of their condition based on how it affects their daily activities. Patients select the statement that best reflects their experience with underarm sweating. A score of 1-2 may indicate mild to moderate primary axillary hyperhidrosis, while a score of 3-4 may indicate more severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis.

Your score will help your sweat specialist diagnose Hyperhidrosis.