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Excessive armpit sweat is caused by one of the following two mechanisms:
1. Primary hyperhidrosis - excessive sweating due to hyper-stimulated sweat glands (part of the sympathetic nervous system). The culprit is therefore the direct malfunctioning of the sweat glands. Primary hyperhidrosis is easier to beat than you may think.
2. Secondary hyperhidrosis – due to an underlying medical ailment which at times may be life-threatening. Specific examples include diabetes and hyperthyroidism, as well as cardiovascular disorders. This may call for further urgent attention.
Prior to doing anything to alleviate your armpit sweating, it is best to determine the cause of your problem. You should see a medical professional in order to rule out probable underlying medical conditions. The good news is that 95% of people who experience excessively sweaty armpits do so as a result of Primary hyperhidrosis: and this is the type that can be easily reduced in a few weeks.
In most cases, over the counter or clinical antiperspirants are not effective. Some brands however are certainly more helpful than others, hence it would be a good idea to try different ones out. More practical natural solutions for excessive armpit sweating include things you may not have even though of before: diet, healthy lifestyle, and stress relieving activities that are often most helpful.
On managing sweating itself, medical advancement has come up with surgical interventions, including Botox injections and nerve cauterization in order to manage the problem. Surgery is not always widely recommended for treating armpit sweat because of the risks and unforeseen side effects involved. Hence we believe it’s best to focus on natural remedies that emphasize changes in lifestyle habits, as bad habits including diet and stress levels are often major contributors to your excessive sweating problem.