While most people see it as a negative occurrence, sweating is actually a crucial bodily function. When the body’s temperature begins to rise, sweat is produced in order to cool it down. Hyperhidrosis is a condition that occurs when a person sweats at an abnormally rapid rate, and it very often affects the feet. Approximately 3% of the United States’ population experiences the condition, and it is important that you have the affected area examined if you suspect you have it. Sometimes, hyperhidrosis can be a sign of a more serious underlying health issue. Some of the most common hyperhidrosis-causing medical conditions are diabetes, obesity, and gout.
If you are suffering from hyperhidrosis contact Dr. Christine Quinn of New Jersey. Our doctor can provide the care you need to attend to all of your foot and ankle needs.
Hyperhidrosis of the Feet
Hyperhidrosis is a rare disorder that can cause people to have excessive sweating of their feet. This can usually occur all on its own without rigorous activity involved. People who suffer from hyperhidrosis may also experience sweaty palms.
Although it is said that sweating is a healthy process meant to cool down the body temperature and to maintain a proper internal temperature, hyperhidrosis may prove to be a huge hindrance on a person’s everyday life.
Plantar hyperhidrosis is considered to be the main form of hyperhidrosis. Secondary hyperhidrosis can refer to sweating that occurs in areas other than the feet or hands and armpits. Often this may be a sign of it being related to another medical condition such as menopause, hyperthyroidism and even Parkinson’s disease.
In order to alleviate this condition, it is important to see your doctor so that they may prescribe the necessary medications so that you can begin to live a normal life again. If this is left untreated, it is said that it will persist throughout an individual’s life.
A last resort approach would be surgery, but it is best to speak with your doctor to find out what may be the best treatment for you.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our office located in Basking Ridge, NJ, near Warren, Stirling, and Bedminster . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.
