Hyperhidrosis is a condition which causes the sweat glands in the body to function abnormally.  It can affect just one part of the body or the entire body at a time.  Primary hyperhidrosis and secondary hyperhidrosis are the two main types of hyperhidrosis.  Primary hyperhidrosis does not usually have an obvious cause but there is usually an underlying condition which is causing secondary hyperhidrosis.  Around 3 percent of the population in England suffer from hyperhydrosis making it a fairly common condition.

One of the common symptoms of this condition can be excessive facial sweating.  If you are suffering from hyperhidrosis of the face you will notice an excessive amount of perspiration on various parts of the face such as the forehead, nose and lips.  It can also result in the neck and scalp sweating profusely.  The amount of sweating in these areas is considered to be excessive when it drips constantly unless it is wiped continuously by the sufferer. 

The previous assumption that primary hyperhidrosis was a psychological condition has been discredited recently by scientists after carrying out extensive research.  Studies have proved that you do not need to suffer from conditions such as anxiety or stress to suffer from primary hyperhidrosis.  And in fact research has also shown that this condition could be a genetic condition. 

But underlying conditions such as respiratory failure, heart disease, pregnancy, hyperthyroidism, gout, obesity or substance and alcohol abuse can all contribute to secondary hyperhidrosis.  It can also be the result of some types of cancers, neurological disorders, certain medications and even some infections. 

You may be wondering how to stop sweating but you should know that primary hyperhidrosis cannot be cured by lifestyle changes.  However there are treatments that can improve the symptoms.  The underlying condition of secondary hyperhidrosis will have to be treated for this condition to improve.

Disclaimer: Nothing contained in this article is intended to be used as medical advice and it is not intended to be used to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease, nor should it beused for therapeutic purposes or as a substitute for your own health professional’s advice.