Although sweating is a normal body process used to regulate our bodies’ internal temperatures, excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, affects about 220 million people across the world. Apocrine glands, which produce sweat, become overactive in areas of the body such as the feet, hands, and underarms. Hyperhidrosis can occur sporadically and it is best to see a doctor if at-home treatments such as specialized antiperspirants do not work.
If you are suffering from hyperhidrosis contact one of our podiatrists of Dr. Kane & Associates, P.C. Our doctors will diagnose and treat your foot and ankle needs.
Hyperhidrosis of the Feet
Hyperhidrosis is a rare disorder that can cause people to have excessive sweating of their feet. This can usually occur all on its own without rigorous activity involved. People who suffer from hyperhidrosis may also experience sweaty palms.
Although it is said that sweating is a healthy process meant to cool down the body temperature and to maintain a proper internal temperature, hyperhidrosis may prove to be a huge hindrance on a person’s everyday life.
Plantar hyperhidrosis is considered to be the main form of hyperhidrosis. Secondary hyperhidrosis can refer to sweating that occurs in areas other than the feet or hands and armpits. Often this may be a sign of it being related to another medical condition such as menopause, hyperthyroidism and even Parkinson’s disease.
In order to alleviate this condition, it is important to see your doctor so that they may prescribe the necessary medications so that you can begin to live a normal life again. If this is left untreated, it is said that it will persist throughout an individual’s life.
A last resort approach would be surgery, but it is best to speak with your doctor to find out what may be the best treatment for you.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our offices located in Westland, MI. We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
