01Head & face
Why is my head so sweaty?
Causes, warning signs and treatment options.
A FIELD GUIDE TO HYPERHIDROSIS
CAUSES & TREATMENTExcessive
sweating.
What helps with hyperhidrosis?
Learn about causes, treatments and managing sweating in daily life.
Understand hyperhidrosis01 /
BODY & EVERYDAY LIFE
Sweating by body area
Causes and treatments vary by the affected area.
02Hands
What helps with wet palms?
Everyday tips and treatments for sweaty hands.
03Underarms
Deodorant or antiperspirant?
How they work and how they affect your skin.
THE SHORT DEFINITION
HyperhidrosisMore sweating than your body needs to cool down.
Sweating cools your body. With hyperhidrosis, hands, underarms or the face can become very sweaty even without heat or exercise. Another condition or a medication can also be responsible. That distinction matters. [1]
Understand primary and secondary sweating02 /
TREATMENT & DECISIONS
Treatment options
An overview of treatment, risks and costs.
WARNING SIGNS
When to seek care
A sudden increase in sweating, unexplained night sweats or sweating that disrupts daily life warrants medical assessment. Heavy sweating with chest pain or dizziness needs immediate medical attention. [1]
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SOURCES & RESPONSIBILITY
Sources and editorial policy
The guides link to their medical sources. They were created with AI assistance and have not yet received independent medical review.
Editorial policy