Do you struggle with excessive sweating? If you’ve tried several antiperspirants without luck, you may have hyperhidrosis. The good news is that this condition can be managed if you have the right treatment on hand. Using BOTOX® for hyperhidrosis can be effective, offering months of relief without downtime or the hassle of buying more antiperspirants. Schedule an appointment in McLean or Potomac to learn more about this treatment and try it for yourself.
What Is Hyperhidrosis?
A person with hyperhidrosis often sweats excessively and unpredictably. People with hyperhidrosis may sweat even when the temperature is cool or when they are at rest. Generally, a person suffering from this condition will sweat excessively from a specific area like their palms, underarms, or face. This treatment may be used to treat hyperhidrosis after deodorant and oral medications have been found ineffective.
BOTOX® for Hyperhidrosis Procedure
BOTOX® is a neuromodulator that temporarily blocks the secretion of the chemical responsible for “turning on” the body’s sweat glands. By blocking or interrupting, this chemical messenger, botulinum toxin, “turns off” sweating at the area where it has been injected. BOTOX® injections are very shallow, meaning that the medicine is injected just below the surface of the skin, where it remains. This procedure is extremely effective, though can be costly.
What Results Can I Expect?
Real results may be noticeable within 24-48 hours, but peak results will become apparent after approximately two weeks. The more units injected, the longer the drying effects tend to last. Everybody breaks down BOTOX® differently, so the duration of the results will vary. Typically, results will last for approximately six months after your injections.
Frequently Asked Questions
What exactly is hyperhidrosis, and how do I know if my sweating is abnormal?
Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition characterized by excessive, unpredictable sweating, even when the temperature is cool or you are completely at rest. It typically targets specific areas like the underarms, palms, or face. If clinical-strength antiperspirants and deodorants fail to control your sweating, you likely have hyperhidrosis.
How does BOTOX® safely treat excessive sweating, and is the procedure deep?
BOTOX® works by temporarily blocking the chemical signals that trigger and “turn on” your sweat glands. The injections are extremely shallow, placed just beneath the skin’s surface to keep the medicine localized to the targeted sweat glands. This safely and effectively shuts down localized sweating without affecting the rest of your body.
How long does it take for the sweating to stop, and how long do results last?
Initial relief can be noticed within 24 to 48 hours, with peak drying results appearing after about two weeks. Because everyone metabolizes BOTOX® at a different rate, individual timelines vary, but the dryness typically lasts for approximately six months. Higher doses can also help extend the longevity of the treatment.
Schedule BOTOX® for Hyperhidrosis in McLean, VA, or Potomac, MD
Don’t struggle with hyperhidrosis for a moment longer! BOTOX® treatments for excessive sweating can be found here at McLean & Potomac Dermatology. Our providers are highly experienced in administering this treatment and helping you remain sweat-free.
Set up your consultation and try BOTOX® for hyperhidrosis, give us a call at (703) 356-5111.
