Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month

If you’ve experienced excessive sweating that occurs even without heat or physical exertion, you could have hyperhidrosis. For those who are affected, sweat can be so intense that it soaks through clothing and drips off their hands.  In honor of Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month this November, we’re putting the spotlight on this condition and sharing some…

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What is miraDry®? Breaking Down the Basics

Around the country, seasonal temperatures are heating up, and if you’re experiencing excessive underarm sweating or odor during it, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re among the company of at least 15 million people in the U.S. with this frustrating condition. (In truth the number could actually be much higher — only about half the…

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Frequently Asked Questions About Hyperhidrosis

Many people normally sweat during exercise or when in a heated environment. If you find yourself sweating for no reason, you may have hyperhidrosis. What can you do to get relief? Here are the most frequently asked questions we receive at Olansky Dermatology & Aesthetics about hyperhidrosis to help you learn more about this condition….

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The Truth About Sweat

The way you sweat may be different from your friend or even your sibling. While few of us like to sweat, this moisture that our skin produces is necessary to some degree. When your body gets overheated, it is sweat that cools your body down. Contrary to popular belief, however, your body doesn’t need sweat…

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5 Lies About Hyperhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis, also known as excessive underarm sweat, can be a real nuisance to everyday living. While it is normal for everyone to produce sweat under their arms, those with hyperhidrosis can sweat nearly 4 to 5 times more than the average person. Excessive underarm sweat can lead to unsightly pit stains on your shirts and…

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Top Reasons to Choose miraDry

Do you feel like your armpits sweat more than others? Do your sweat stains or odors keep you from enjoying certain activities? You are not alone. An estimated 2%-3% of Americans suffer from excessive sweating of the underarms, which is medically termed axillary hyperhidrosis. Don’t worry – there’s a solution, and it is a permanent…

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MiraDry FAQ

Do you struggle with excessive underarm sweat? Are you tired of pit-stained shirts or avoiding certain social events due to your sweating problem? Not only is there a solution, but it may be easier than you think. MiraDry is a one-of-a-kind treatment for excessive underarm sweat, also known as axillary hyperhidrosis. Using the advanced technology…

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Stop The Summertime Sweat

Sweating is your body’s natural mechanism for cooling you off. While it is appropriate to be sweaty after a long run or basketball game, if you find that your underarms are soaked throughout the day or with minimal activity, you may have a condition known as hyperhidrosis or excessive underarm sweating. While your over-perspiration isn’t…

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Is My Sweating Excessive or Normal?

Everyone produces sweat. It is our body’s natural cooling mechanism, which can be triggered during a stressful situation or when the physical environment heats up. However, some people have overactive sweat glands. Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, affects about 3% of the population. Excessive sweating can be embarrassing, disruptive and challenging to deal with on an…

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Let Your Dermatologist Get You Ready For Summer

When the school year comes to an end and the temperatures warm up, summer is just around the corner. Your mind may be ready for lazy pool days and ice cream dates, but is your body ready? More specifically, is your skin ready? Many of us have hang-ups about our skin or complexion that make…

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