Medical treatments
Reducing excessive sweat production in targeted areas
Excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) can affect confidence, comfort and daily life. Treatment helps reduce excessive sweat production in targeted areas, providing long-lasting relief for many patients.
Key benefits
- May reduce excessive sweating in treated areas
- May improve day-to-day comfort
- May reduce visible sweat marks on clothing
- May improve confidence in social and professional settings
- May provide long-lasting symptom relief
Typical downtime
Nil
Frequently asked questions
How does this treatment work?
Sweating is a normal and important way for the body to regulate temperature. In some people, however, the sweat glands become overactive, producing more sweat than is needed. This is known as hyperhidrosis.
Treatment is designed to reduce excessive sweating in the affected area by reducing the signals that stimulate the sweat glands.
Your consultation includes an assessment of your symptoms, medical history and the areas affected to determine whether treatment is appropriate.
What symptoms can it help with?
Treatment may be suitable for patients experiencing excessive underarm sweating, excessive sweating of the hands, excessive sweating of the feet, sweating that interferes with daily activities, and sweating that affects confidence or quality of life.
Your doctor will determine whether your symptoms are consistent with hyperhidrosis or whether further assessment is required.
What happens during my appointment?
Your appointment begins with a medical consultation to discuss your symptoms and medical history.
If treatment is appropriate, the affected area will be assessed and the procedure explained before treatment is performed.
You will also receive advice about what to expect following treatment and when follow-up may be appropriate.
When will I notice a difference?
Some patients begin noticing improvements over the first few weeks following treatment.
The timing and degree of response vary between individuals, and your doctor will discuss what you can reasonably expect during your consultation.
How long do results last?
The duration of symptom relief varies between patients, with a range of 4 to 12 months. The average symptom relief is noted to be 6 to 7 months.
As normal sweat gland activity gradually returns, repeat treatment may be appropriate for ongoing symptom management.
What is the recovery time?
Most patients return to normal activities immediately.
Temporary tenderness, redness or minor bruising at the treatment sites may occur and generally settles within several days.
Are there any risks?
Every medical procedure carries risk.
Common side effects include temporary discomfort, redness, swelling or bruising.
Your doctor will discuss the potential benefits, risks and suitability of treatment before proceeding.
How much does it cost?
Treatment is tailored to the area being treated and your individual needs.
Following your consultation, you will receive a personalised treatment recommendation and written quote before deciding whether to proceed.
Considering this treatment?
Every treatment begins with a consultation. There is no obligation to proceed, and sometimes the right recommendation is to wait or to do nothing at all.