What to do to combat excessive sweating
Written by:According to specialists in Dermatology , heavy sweating or hyperhidrosis is a chronic disorder that affects parts of the body such as the hands, feet or armpits. It is a pathology that suffers almost 3% of the population and causes a decrease in the quality of life, damages social relations and professional activities and, sometimes, causes social phobia.
Hyperhidrosis in the armpits, as in any other type of hyperhidrosis, usually occurs for the first time during the period of puberty and early adolescence. Specialists in Dermatology advise to go to the doctor, since there are several treatments that eliminate hyperhidrosis temporarily. Here are some daily solutions:
- Bathe daily to control the amount of bacteria on the skin.
- Dry well after bathing. Bacteria and fungi grow in moist places, for example, in the armpits.
- Apply antiperspirants twice a day, morning and afternoon. Or, if you are using an antiperspirant once a day, apply it also at night rather than in the morning.
- Choosing Air Permeable Clothes. Use natural fabrics such as cotton, wool and silk, which allow the skin to breathe. For physical exercise it is advisable to use high technology fabrics that absorb moisture from the skin.
- Wear dress shields, small cushions that go under the armpits to absorb sweat, may be an option. Extra clean shirts can also be worn in case of emergency.
- Wash your clothes frequently and change them often.
- Avoid hot drinks like coffee, in addition to alcohol and spices.
- Try relaxation techniques like yoga and meditation, which can help you learn to control stress which in turn causes perspiration.
- Changing the diet. Take note of all the foods and drinks that make you sweat more than usual. If possible, remove them from your diet. Do not consume caffeinated beverages, alcohol and foods with strong odors such as garlic and onion.
