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I Do Minimal Activity And I Sweat Excessively Everywhere. I

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Posted on Tue, 16 Oct 2018
Question: I do minimal activity and I sweat excessively everywhere. I am a nurse and work at the bedside. I sweat so much I literally drip while just doing an assessment. I started sweating at the age of 42 and assumed it was hot flashes, but I have been to hormone specialist and have taken many medications such as, Estrogen patches, Effexor, Black Cohash, Tums, Hormone creams made at Smart Pharmacy, and powders. A student nurse told me about her hand and feet sweating, hyperhydrosis and she uses an electrical device to treat herself successfully. My problem is I sweat everywhere, any solutions? I have been to my primary physician, Cardiologist, Oncologist/Hematologist, ENT, Dermatologist, and Gynecologist, all my tests are within normal limits.
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Dorina Gurabardhi (3 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Probably hyperhidrosis, follow the advice below.

Detailed Answer:
Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Your symptoms seem to be related to hyperhidrosis.

I suggest you do the following examinations to confirm the diagnosis:
-a complete blood count and
-a urinalysis
-Thermoregulatory sweat tests

If the diagnosis is confirmed there are several options of treatment.

Some of the suggested treatment can be:

-Prescribed antiperspirants, you should consult with your doctor about this treatment.

-Anticholinergic drugs are also recommended.
You can try Bentyl, which is an over the counter medication. You can take it daily.

- Iontophoresis is also recommended. It uses an electrical current and is generally a safe procedure. You can consult a dermatologist about this treatment.

These therapies are effective in the entire body.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Note: Hope the answers resolves your concerns, however for further guidance of skin related queries consult our Dermatologist.Click here to book a consultation
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I Do Minimal Activity And I Sweat Excessively Everywhere. I

Brief Answer: Probably hyperhidrosis, follow the advice below. Detailed Answer: Hello dear and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Your symptoms seem to be related to hyperhidrosis. I suggest you do the following examinations to confirm the diagnosis: -a complete blood count and -a urinalysis -Thermoregulatory sweat tests If the diagnosis is confirmed there are several options of treatment. Some of the suggested treatment can be: -Prescribed antiperspirants, you should consult with your doctor about this treatment. -Anticholinergic drugs are also recommended. You can try Bentyl, which is an over the counter medication. You can take it daily. - Iontophoresis is also recommended. It uses an electrical current and is generally a safe procedure. You can consult a dermatologist about this treatment. These therapies are effective in the entire body. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.