Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that causes excessive sweating beyond what is needed to regulate body temperature, commonly affecting hands, underarms or face.
Treatment with toxin temporarily blocks the nerve signals that activate the sweat glands in the treated area, noticeably reducing sweating.
Condition private consultation. Identification of affected areas and sweating pattern.
Plan design. Definition of the areas to be treated and the corresponding dose.
In-office application. Microinjections distributed evenly in the affected area.
Follow-up. Evaluation of the response in the following weeks.
Expected results. Noticeable reduction of sweating in the treated area, generally visible between the second and seventh day after the application.
Effect duration. The effect usually lasts between 4 and 6 months, varying according to the treated area and individual response.
Recovery and care. No downtime required; it is recommended to avoid intense exercise and heat exposure during the first 24 hours.
Is it the same as sweating a lot from heat or exercise?
No. Hyperhidrosis involves excessive sweating regardless of temperature or physical activity.
In which areas can it be treated?
Commonly underarms, hands and face, according to each patient’s pattern.
Does the application hurt?
Mild discomfort, variable according to the area; in hands it may be somewhat more noticeable than in underarms.
How long does the effect last?
On average between 4 and 6 months.
Is there any risk of compensatory sweating in another area?
It is a phenomenon described in the medical literature, uncommon; it is explained in consultation according to the case.
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