Eliminating underarm sweating

Before the procedure, you must consult your doctor and provide information about your health and any medications you are taking. You should also mention if you have increased sweat gland production. This is associated with a disorder of the body’s autonomic processes. In normal situations, the brain sends a signal to the body to cool down. It is also important to note that the procedure is not suitable for pregnant or breastfeeding women, or those with ongoing inflammation or other acute medical conditions. Botox or Dysport injections are only possible for adults. The procedure is non-invasive and is usually performed under local anaesthesia as an outpatient procedure.

The active ingredient, typically Dysport, is injected under the skin using thin needles in areas where excessive sweating occurs. This can eliminate sweating not only in the armpits, but also on the palms of the hands, the soles of the feet, the forehead, the back and the back of the neck. The botulinum toxin-based substance binds to the nerve endings of the sweat glands in the treated area, regulating their activity. Other sweat glands are unaffected and the body’s thermoregulatory functions remain normal. No hospitalisation is necessary after the procedure, and you can go home immediately.

It is not recommended to visit a sauna or solarium, or to undertake strenuous physical activity or sports, for at least a week after treatment. Reduced sweating occurs the day after application, with the final effect — the cessation of sweating — occurring after a week. Increased sweating returns gradually, and it is advisable to repeat the procedure after six to twelve months.