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Suggest Treatment For Excessive Sweat And Redness On Body
Question: Hi. I am having problems with overall body sweat. Any time of the day or night when I'm trying to do house cleaning or anything active, within 15 minutes I am drenched in sweat and my whole body turns red. Thank you , XXXXXXX
Brief Answer:
Generalized or secondary Hyperhydrosis
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
The condition that fits your description is most likely to be Generalized hyperhidrosis. Its seen in conditions like hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism,pituitary and hypothalamic abnormalities,diabetes mellitus, gout, menopause etc. Hypoglycemia, hypotension and anemia can also cause excessive sweating and should be worked up. CBC, blood sugar, Thyroid function tests and imaging investigations based upon history and physical exam findings can be advised accordingly. Astringent like alum water, antibacterial soap with Triclosan , deodorant spray, antiperspirants can be advised to look for empiric improvement.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.
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Dr. M.S. Khalil
Generalized or secondary Hyperhydrosis
Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome
I appreciate your concern
The condition that fits your description is most likely to be Generalized hyperhidrosis. Its seen in conditions like hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism,pituitary and hypothalamic abnormalities,diabetes mellitus, gout, menopause etc. Hypoglycemia, hypotension and anemia can also cause excessive sweating and should be worked up. CBC, blood sugar, Thyroid function tests and imaging investigations based upon history and physical exam findings can be advised accordingly. Astringent like alum water, antibacterial soap with Triclosan , deodorant spray, antiperspirants can be advised to look for empiric improvement.
Wishing you best of health
Thanks
Please consult your doctor before deciding on any further course of action.
For future follow up / correspondence you may ask me directly at the link given below
http://doctor.healthcaremagic.com/Funnel?page=askDoctorDirectly&docId=68107
Dr. M.S. Khalil
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