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Hi everyone I am fine and I hope that you all will be also fine . Today I am here to participate in a contest that is about the HYPERHIDROSIS . This contest is in the Healthy Steem Community.
Hyperhidrosis : |
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before answering the questions of the contest,first I will tell the what hyperhidrosis is .So Hyperhidrosis is a condition where there a person sweats more than a normal person and the person not sweats only in hot temperature but also at other temperatures.This sweating could be on the arms, underarms,feet and also could be all over the body. So now lets answer the questions of the contest.
What are the common causes of hyperhidrosis and how is they differ between primary and secondary hyperhidrosis? |
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The common causes of hyperhidrosis are the following .
- Primary Hyperhidrosis
- Secondary Hyperhidrosis .
Primary Hyperhidrosis : |
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In Primary Hyperhidrosis some people The sweat glands from where the sweat releases work very fast for no clear reason which can usually affect the hand, feet and face etc.
Secondary Hyperhidrosis : |
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Secondary Hyperhidrosis is caused by other many reasons including thyroid problems.And also due to other problems like Diabetes,obesity, Infection, and also due to Medications.
- Diabetes
- Obesity
- Infection
- Medications.
Diabetes :
The high blood sugar in the body could damage the nerves which are used to control the sweating.Low blood pressure also causes more sweating.
Obesity :
When a person is overweight then his body heat up faster than a normal person, So the body sweats more to be cool. Also it affects the hormones that control the sweating.
Infection :
When a body is sick than his body sweats more to cool down.Also as your body tries to fight to the infection so then sweat released.
Medications :
There are some medicines which cause more sweating. Like some medicines for high blood pressure such as beta-blockers can lead to sweating of the body.
How does hyperhidrosis affect the daily lives of those who experience it? |
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The hyperhidrosis can affect the lives of those people who experienced it.Like when there is much sweat on the person hand and his clothes got wet with the wet ,their the people feel embarrassment with him .THe people may be stay away from him due to the sweat and the smell of the sweat. Also he will mostly changing his clothesdue to the sweaton the clothes .Their maybe cause infections due to sweating.It can also affect the mental health of the person by when he saw that the people are going away from me due to the sweating ,
What treatment options are available for managing hyperhidrosis, and how effective are they? |
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There are Some of the treatment options for managing Hyperhidrosis are :
Antiperspirants :
The stronger version of the antiperspirants could be used to block the sweat glands But it is not that much good in some cases.
Iontophoresis :
This is a treatment in which a mild electric current is used to block the sweat glands.It is mostly for the hands and feets .
Botox Injections:
Botox can help to stop the nerves from making sweating .It is usually lasted for several months .
Surgery :
Through surgery the nerves of the sweating could be cut or the sweat glands would be removed.But their is also some risks like sweating at other places more.
How can lifestyle changes help individuals cope with hyperhidrosis symptoms? |
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The lifestyle changes could prove very helpful in the managing of Hyperhidrosis.Some of the lifestyle tips are the following :
Lightweight Clothes :
Wearing lightweight and sweat-absorbing clothes could prove very helpful because it will keep you cool.
Good Hygiene :
Taking a shower daily can protect you from the bacteria and remove sweat . Keeping your skin clean can help you to stay safe from infections and also can help to control the sweating.
Stay to be Cool :
TTry to be in a cool environment as possible like an air conditioner or under the fan so that you can be cool and also avoid spicy food that makes you sweating.
Stay Hydrated :
By Drinking plenty of water can keep you hydrated which is much good, especially in the hot temperatures. Being hydrated can prevent you from much sweating.
What are some misconceptions about hyperhidrosis that people should be aware of? |
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Hyperhidrosis Due to exercise (Misconception) :
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition where there is a lot of sweating without any physical exercise and after any sport. The sweating also comes when you are in a cool temperature.
Hyperhidrosis Due to Poor Hygiene (Misconception) :
Hyperhidrosis is not caused by poor hygiene . It is caused by the overactive Sweat glands which is due to the the overactive nervous system .
Being Unhealthy can cause Hyperhidrosis (Misconception) :
Only unhealthy people can not cause Hyperhidrosis because people of any health can cause Hyperhidrosis .
Hyperhidrosis is not a series issue (Misconception) :
As it is an misconception that Hyperhidrosis is not a series issue because Hyperhidrosis can led to the embrassement due to the excessive sweating.So it means that Hyperhidrosis is a series issue.
Thats All: |
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Thats All I hope that you all like my post. So I am inviting @bahrol, @ahsansharif and @wakeupkitty to visit my post and also they can participate in the contest.