Treatment with botulinum toxin belongs to the new treatment modalities, with promising results for certain locations. The intradermal injections of medium or deep. Botulinum toxin blocks the transmission of nerve impulses to sweat glands and stops for a period of six months sweating in the injected area.
Among the disadvantages of this procedure are:
* Obtained effect disappears in 6 months and treatment must be repeated;
* Botox treatment is expensive;
* Administration is painful and requires nerve block anesthesia of the median and ulnar nerves or general anesthesia;
* Difficulty in small muscles of the hand contraction
As general measures are recommended:
* A proper hygiene of hands and feet;
* Wash with soap;
* Cotton socks to be changed daily;
* Not recommended shoes with rubber or plastic soles.
Axillary hyperhidrosis
In this case, the dermatologist encourage all aluminum compounds, iontophoresis or surgery. Botulinum toxin is also very effective in treating axillary hyperhidrosis.
Home care guide for people who sweat excessively may be a simple solution: use an antiperspirant. Remember that antiperspirants stop sweat, while deodorants only mask the odor. Try unscented antiperspirants to avoid irritation.
Along with antiperspirants,you can:
* Bath daily. Made daily bath helps to control the number of bacteria on the skin;
* Dry your feet well after bathing and use foot powder to absorb sweat;
* Opt for shoes and socks made of natural materials. Shoes made of natural materials, such as leather, helps prevent feet sweating, allowing them to breathe;
* Change shoes often. Shoes will not dry out overnight and therefore try not to wear the same pair of shoes two days in a row;
* Wear cotton socks because the cotton absorbs moisture and keeps your feet dry;
* Change socks once or twice a day;
* Purge your feet every time you get a chance;
* Choose clothing made of natural materials such as cotton, wool or silk. This will allow the skin to breathe;
* Try relaxation techniques such as yoga or meditation. They may teach you to control stress, which can cause excessive sweating.