For once in my life, but each of us felt unpleasant feelings from the fact that the hands suddenly became wet, or sweat drops appeared on the clothes. And this phenomenon is quite normal, if it occurs sporadically, in any extreme situation. But if the increase in sweating begins even with the slightest excitement, then in this case it is worth talking about hyperhidrosis.
At the moment, the true causes of excessive sweating are not fully understood, but experts say that everything is to blame for the malfunctioning of the autonomic nervous system, which is responsible for the normal functioning of the sweat glands.
Types of hyperhidrosis
Hyperhidrosis is divided into two main types: generalized and local.
Generalized form
The generalized or general form of excessive sweating is characterized by increased sweating of the whole body and can be associated with a variety of reasons:
- disorders of the endocrine system: diabetes, thyrotoxicosis, hypoglycemia, nervous system tumors, acromegaly;
- infectious diseases: malaria, tuberculosis, brucellosis;
- diseases of the nervous system: stroke, cystic fibrosis, Parkinson's disease.
The cause of excessive sweating in women may be the onset of menopause.
One type of general hyperhidrosis is increased sweating at night. The causes of excessive sweating at night can be such diseases as:
- tuberculosis;
- AIDS;
- HIV;
- hyperthyroidism;
- hypoglycemia and others.
Local hyperhidrosis
This kind of increased sweating is usually divided into several subspecies according to the prevailing localization.
Increased sweating of the armpits is a phenomenon that causes severe discomfort, when a person does not get a very pleasant smell, and sweat stains appear on the clothing. In addition, the hyperhidrosis of the armpits can cause an allergy to the dyes of the tissue and the appearance of acne. The reasons for excessive sweating of the armpits are most often emotional factors and vegetovascular dystonia.
Increased sweating of the feet is a very common problem of our society, and its causes can be:
- increase in the temperature of the feet, followed by the release of sweat due to out-of-season shoe selection;
- illiterate observance of personal hygiene rules;
- increased concentration of sweat glands in the area of the feet;
- Skin diseases, for example, foot fungus ;
- malfunctions in the central nervous system.
Hyperhidrosis of the head is characterized by increased sweating of the head and forehead. This is a fairly rare type of sweating.
The reasons for excessive sweating of the head can be:
- chronic infectious diseases;
- hormonal disorders;
- allergies;
- oncological diseases;
- stress;
- pregnancy.
Treatment of hyperhidrosis
With excessive sweating, women and men are prescribed a complex treatment, which includes:
- vitamin preparations (vitamins of group B, calcium), sedatives (Elenium, Seduxen);
- hydroprocedures (Charcot's shower, circular shower);
- balanced nutrition with limited fluid;
- wiping and application of powders, for example, with boric or salicylic acid, talc.
Increased sweating of the body has long been a problem that causes a lot of trouble to its owner, most of all psychological. And, therefore, it is necessary to struggle with this problem.
Modern manufacturers of cosmetic products offer a wide assortment of different deodorants , talcs, creams, capable at least not for a long time, but to relieve a person of this feeling of discomfort. But still, when there is increased sweating, it is better to consult a specialist, since this phenomenon can be the cause of some hidden and quite serious disease.