I Am Facing Problem Of Excess Sweating Since 2 Months.

Posted on Sun, 31 Mar 2019

Question: I am facing problem of excess sweating since 2 months. A month ago, I had sweating in my palms and feet. That stopped. Now, I am having excessive sweating under arms. This is happening even when I am in AC. I want to know how we can reduce this.

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding hyperhidrosis

Detailed Answer:
hello and welcome to ask a doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I suggest you to use aluminium chloride hexahydrate 20% solution (Aldry lotion), every night

hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you need any more assistance.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 days later)

Hello doctor,

Can you describe in detail how to use this lotion? And for how many days should I use it? Any side effects?

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Regarding axillary hyperhidrosis

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

Use it once in 24 hours ( every night ) for 4- 6 weeks on both axillae. It may sting a little when you apply. That is fine. However if it cause irritation/ redness/rash, then you need to discontinue.

take care
Let me know if you need any more assistance.

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng