Botox is a word most people in Charlotte, NC is familiar with. However, it is likely equated with a way to treat signs of aging by removing fine lines and wrinkles. But, Botox can be used for more than just anti-aging treatments. It can also help those who suffer from hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating.
Thankfully, there are some options to treat this issue, Botox among them. Your dermatologist may use:
- Topicals such as prescription antiperspirants.
- Microwave thermolysis, which disables the sweat glands
- Botox, which blocks neurotransmitters to discourage sweating
Though Botox is not the only option your dermatologist has to treat your excessive sweating, as you can see above, it is a popular one. Botox is only approved to treat under the arms and cannot be used if you struggle with excessive sweating on your face, feet, or hands.
Botox for sweating works just like it does for wrinkles. It is injected into the area, in this case, the underarms. A small amount is injected and absorbed by nerve cells. The Botox then gets to work, blocking neurotransmitters that encourage sweating. The treatment typically involves about 15 to 20 injections. You should start to see a decrease in sweating in about two weeks.
Results from Botox are not permanent. They typically last about six months, so patients who use this treatment for their sweating will need to be treated about twice a year to maintain results. But, with virtually no recovery time, many patients find this to be a simple fix for their sweating problem.
Charlotte, NC residents who struggle with excessive sweating have options. Make an appointment to see the team at Dermatology Specialists of Charlotte to discuss treatment options such as this treatment. The doctor will examine the area and ask a variety of questions to pinpoint the cause and determine if this or another treatment will be the best option for you.
Contact Dermatology Specialists of Charlotte, Charlotte’s top Ballantyne and Blakeney Dermatologist, for your dermatology care.