Hyperhidrosis – Neurotoxin Injection for Excessive Sweating

Do you have sweat on your hands, feet or armpits due to heat, stress, anxiety or even sometimes for no particular reason? Does your perspiration last all day and is difficult to control? Do you wonder why this is happening to you?

Sweating is essential for us to function properly. We have about 3 million sweat glands in our body, most of which are located in sensitive areas such as the hands, feet, and armpits.

There are two types of sweat glands: eccrine and apocrine. The eccrine glands make up two-thirds of our sweat glands and are located mainly on the hands, feet, back, chest, and face. These glands do not produce smelly sweat; they help regulate body temperature. The apocrine glands represent one-third of the sweat glands. They are located in the armpits, around the nipples, and the anus. Apocrine sweat is made up of the same elements as eccrine sweat — mineral salts, lactic acid, and water — but also contains lipids (fat), pheromones, ammonia, and urea, which cause body odor. Bacteria on the skin break down these elements and make odors worse.

When the glands are very active, they can interfere with daily life, sometimes even disturbing the people around you.

The phenomenon of perspiration is often perfectly normal and may have no underlying cause. However, when aggravated by a health issue or other factors, sweating can become excessive and uncontrollable.

It is normal to sweat during physical activity, in hot conditions, or when you have a fever or feel anxious. The body must eliminate waste, stay moisturized, and protect the skin from external agents.

When suffering from chronic hyperhidrosis, there is a greater risk of dehydration, as the body can lose up to 3 liters of water per day. Conditions such as heat rash, warts, fungal infections, eczema, and plantar warts on the feet can also occur as a result of excessive sweating.

Assessment and Diagnosis by the Doctor

Before receiving your treatment for excessive sweating, the doctor will first assess whether hyperhidrosis is the underlying cause. They will then evaluate the severity of your condition and identify the most affected areas using a short questionnaire.

The Treatment

The doctor will carefully disinfect the areas to be treated and, if needed, apply iodine to help pinpoint the most active sweat glands. Please remember to shave your armpits 48 hours before the session.

Medical Botox® is then injected into the targeted areas. The injections feel like tiny mosquito bites, as the fine needle ensures minimal discomfort. Once the treatment is complete, you can immediately return to your daily activities.

Follow-Up and Expected Effect

In the days following the session, you will notice a significant decrease in sweating. The results typically last between 3 to 8 months, with most patients enjoying relief for about 6 months, depending on the severity of their hyperhidrosis.

Our Consultation

Here at Infinium, each consultation consists of a complete skin analysis done with in-depth detail. With the help of our 3 step program, a unique treatment plan is designed especially for you! We are proud to offer you the best technologies and treatments available in today’s market.

We aim to provide you with the best treatment options that respect your budget. We promise to offer the best options made specifically for you.

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Our team of professionals is aware that it is impossible to treat all skin conditions with just one technology. This is why we have acquired over 40 technologies to ensure that you experience the best services and results.

Safety

All of our machines are approved and regulated by Health Canada and supported by studies. Our team uses the safest techniques during the injections of neuromodulators and fillers.

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