Emotional Toll of Hyperhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis often causes intense emotional distress because everyday tasks like shaking hands, holding a pen, or using a smartphone can become sources of anxiety. This constant anxiety can erode self-confidence and lead to avoidance behaviors that impact both personal and professional life. Further, anxiety causes you to sweat, which further exacerbates the underlying problem. Don't let hyperhidrosis keep you from hanging out with friends, going on a date, or attending the next networking event, take control of your body!

Treating Hyperhidrosis

The first step in taking control of your mental health is properly managing the sweat. Properly managing the underlying problem is often, for many patients, adequate to minimize the mental health burden of the condition, but, unfortunately, most patients do not ever get their sweating under control. This is why we developed our prescription-strength antiperspirants to give you the relief that over-the-counter products cannot offer. For those who want to avoid aluminum-based products, we also offer methenamine cream, 13%, a prescription-strength cream to stop sweating. For patients who need a little bit more sweat control, we also offer an oral medication, glycopyrrolate tablets, to stop sweating from the inside out. Iontophoresis is also an option for patients who cannot get relief from topical and oral medications.

Mental Health Treatment

• Cognitive-Behavioral Strategies - manage anxiety with relaxation techniques, learn how to reframe negative thoughts, or engage in meditation
• Support Network - connect with others who suffer from hyperhidrosis in online forums, support groups, and/or attend patient advocacy organization events
• Medical Help - consider speaking with a mental health professional to talk through your thoughts and feelings