What should i do about my under arm excessive sweating
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2007-11-12 20:36:24
Deodorants help control body odor, which is caused by a reaction between bacteria and sweat. The deodorants work by making the skin more acidic, and hence less attractive to bacteria. They are often used in combination with antiperspirants to help control sweating in addition to odor.
I have the same problem. I began using the new Secret Clinical Strength deodorant about 3 weeks ago and have been having some pretty good luck with that. I think one of the reasons its working is that they tell you to put it on at night prior to going to bed when you are less active and not sweating it off. I put it on at night and then shower in the morning and put a bit more on after that. You probably could do this night-time thing with any anti-perspirent. I have the best luck with the Proctor and Gamble brands; Sure, Secret, Old Spice. Try putting your anti-perspirent on before you go to bed and see if it helps.
Try a wet bag of tea ,under your arm pit, for several minutes,this should help control your excessive sweating better than anything .
Certain-Dri, is great. You put it on at night, and use nothing else. It takes about 1-2 weeks to work. If you happen to miss a night, no big deal. Some people I know that use it only do so every couple of nights.
In addition to the anti-perspirant treatment option, you can also consider Botox. It lasts at least 6 months and you'll be totally dry. Most insurance providers pay for the treatment too, btw. You can find doctors that know all about treating excessive sweating at the International Hyperhidrosis Society's web site (www.SweatHelp.org).
Don't ever consider surgery. It's totally risky and has even been outlawed in some countries.
If you want more info and help, just go to the web site I mentioned above (sweatHelp.org). You'll find all your answers there. Good luck!