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Reducing Sweat, Enhancing Mobility: Tackling Residual Limb Hyperhidrosis for Prosthetic Users
A major issue for amputees and others with limb differences can be residual limb hyperhidrosis. This type of excessive sweating can have severe impacts on skin health, prosthesis function, and mobility. Read on to learn about key treatment options, including antiperspirants, botulinum toxin injections and miraDry.
The Plantar Hyperhidrosis Game Plan
Plantar hyperhidrosis is common and can cause all sorts of problems in daily life, sports and recreation. Check out our new game plan and learn the practical steps you can take to better control excessive sweating on your feet.
Wanna Hold Hands? This Palmar Hyperhidrosis Game Plan Can Get You There!
Hand-holding is a very human thing; it builds attachment, helps us feel safe and loved, and lowers stress. People with excessively sweating hands don’t need to miss out. Here’s the game plan to get sweaty palms under control.
Sensitive Skin and Hyperhidrosis Links are Bigger and More Complicated than Previously Thought
New research shows an association between excessive sweating (primary hyperhidrosis or Hh) and sensitive skin, beyond sweat acting as a skin irritant.
Your Support Can Help Us Make a Difference in 2025!
As we near the end of 2024, we want to reflect on the incredible progress we've made together in raising excessive sweating awareness as well as advancing education and care for people living with hyperhidrosis. We also want to invite you to be part of the impactful work we have planned for 2025 and beyond.
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Sofdra™ Gel Gains FDA Approval.
For the first time in six years there is a new prescription, at-home, and self-applied treatment for primary axillary hyperhidrosis (extreme sweating in the armpits). Sofdra™ was recently approved by the U.S. FDA, and we’ve got the most complete and up-to-date information on it here.
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