Hello! In today’s article, we’re going to take a closer look at an important topic: hyperhidrosis treatment with Botox. This is the same substance—the well-known Botox—used in facial aesthetics, but here it serves a different purpose.
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Studies show that Botox treatment for hyperhidrosis can reduce excessive sweating by up to 80–90% in treated areas, with noticeable improvement occurring within 3 to 7 days after the procedure. Clinical data also indicate that the results typically last 4 to 6 months, significantly improving patients’ quality of life by decreasing discomfort, skin irritation, and social embarrassment associated with excessive sweating.
How does botulinum toxin work in the treatment of hyperhidrosis?
Botulinum toxin is applied to a specific layer of the skin in the underarm area to prevent excessive sweat secretion, which is the cause of hyperhidrosis. It works by blocking the activity of the sweat glands, preventing sweat from being released onto the skin.
How much botulinum toxin is used for this treatment?
To treat axillary hyperhidrosis, we generally use 100 to 200 units of botulinum toxin. This corresponds to approximately twice the amount used in facial aesthetic procedures—about one to two vials of the medication.
Is hyperhidrosis treatment with Botox painful, and how long does it take?
The application is virtually painless, although some mild discomfort may occur, which is completely tolerable. The procedure takes, on average, about 30 minutes to perform.
How long do the results of hyperhidrosis treatment with Botox last?
Treatment with botulinum toxin for hyperhidrosis remains effective for a long period. In general, results last 8 to 15 months, which is approximately one year of benefit.
Is there any advantage of hyperhidrosis treatment with Botox compared to surgery?
Yes—and this is a very important point. A major advantage of botulinum toxin over surgical techniques for correcting hyperhidrosis is that it does not cause compensatory rebound sweating, which is when excessive sweating begins to occur in other areas of the body. This makes the procedure a very safe and advantageous option.
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Clínica de Pele has specialized in dermatological treatments in Rio de Janeiro for over 60 years, since 1969. Dr. Szerman has more than 20 years of experience and also teaches other physicians.
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“Desde 1969, acreditamos que os melhores resultados nascem da união entre a ética médica, tecnologias de última geração e produtos de alta qualidade. Em tempos de forte banalização da estética, reforçamos nosso compromisso inegociável com a sua segurança e excelência científica.
Por isso, alertamos para o cuidado extremo ao escolher quem cuidará da sua pele: quando o assunto é saúde, o ‘barato’ pode sair muito caro e colocar a sua pele em risco. Infelizmente, temos recebido em nosso consultório um número crescente de pacientes com reações indesejadas e resultados insatisfatórios vindos de outros locais.
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