Excessive Sweating
Manage excessive sweating with personalised solutions tailored to your needs. Take control of your comfort and confidence with expert care.
What is Excessive Sweating?
Hyperhidrosis refers to sweating that exceeds the body’s normal needs for temperature control. It can occur even when you're at rest or in a cool environment, making it a bothersome issue for many individuals. This condition is caused by overactive sweat glands and may affect different areas of the body, including:
- Armpits (axillary hyperhidrosis)
- Palms (palmar hyperhidrosis)
- Soles of the feet (plantar hyperhidrosis)
- Forehead and face (craniofacial hyperhidrosis)
- At Anna Hoo Clinic, we provide personalised care options to help manage excessive sweating and support your daily comfort and confidence.
Regain control over excessive sweating and improve your daily comfort.
How does Excessive Sweating works?
Hyperhidrosis refers to sweating that exceeds the body’s normal needs for temperature control. It can occur even when you're at rest or in a cool environment, making it a bothersome issue for many individuals. This condition is caused by overactive sweat glands and may affect different areas of the body, including:
- Armpits (axillary hyperhidrosis)
- Palms (palmar hyperhidrosis)
- Soles of the feet (plantar hyperhidrosis)
- Forehead and face (craniofacial hyperhidrosis)
- At Anna Hoo Clinic, we provide personalised care options to help manage excessive sweating and support your daily comfort and confidence.
What are the Symptoms and Causes of Excessive Sweating?
Over time, excessive sweating can also lead to additional issues such as skin irritation or itching, body odour caused by bacteria interacting with sweat, and cracked or peeling skin, particularly on the feet.
Causes of Excessive Sweating
Eccrine glands become overactive, leading to excessive sweating regardless of temperature
Family history can play a significant role in focal hyperhidrosis.
Conditions such as diabetes, hyperthyroidism, and certain infections can cause secondary generalised hyperhidrosis.
Low cortisol and high thyroid hormone can lead to excessive sweating.
Types of Excessive Sweating
Primary Focal Hyperhidrosis
This form typically begins in childhood or adolescence and affects specific areas such as the underarms, palms, soles, face, or head. It is not caused by an underlying medical condition.
Secondary Generalised Hyperhidrosis
This type involves excessive sweating across larger areas of the body and is often linked to medical conditions like diabetes, menopause, thyroid disorders, infections, or as a side effect of certain medications.
Diagnosis & Tests
Diagnosing hyperhidrosis typically involves a physical examination and a review of your symptoms and medical history. Our healthcare providers at Anna Hoo Clinic may also employ various diagnostic tests, including:
- Starch-Iodine Test: This test uses a solution to identify areas of excess sweating.
- Paper Test: A special paper absorbs sweat, measuring the quantity of sweat produced.
- Blood Tests: To identify underlying medical conditions that may cause excessive sweating.
How is Excessive Sweating Treated
At Anna Hoo Clinic, we offer a variety of treatment options tailored to manage your symptoms:
- Antiperspirants: Prescription-strength antiperspirants containing aluminium chloride can effectively reduce sweating.
- Medications: Oral anticholinergic medications can help block signals that lead to sweating. Discuss the options with our healthcare providers to find the best fit for you.
- Botulinum Toxin Therapy: Botox injections in affected areas can temporarily block nerve signals that prompt sweating, offering relief for several months.
- Iontophoresis: This treatment involves placing your hands or feet in water while a mild electrical current is applied to help block sweat glands.
Surgical Options: For more severe cases, surgical solutions, such as endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy, may be considered.
Prevention
Breathable Clothing
Wearing breathable clothing that allows your skin to breathe.
Use Sunscreen
Using daily sunscreen to protect your skin if sweating causes irritation.
Stay Hydrated
Staying hydrated to help manage overall body temperature.
When to call a doctor
Consult with our healthcare providers if you feel that excessive sweating is affecting your daily life, notice sudden changes in your sweating pattern, or experience symptoms like pain or discomfort. A medical assessment can help identify the cause and guide you toward a treatment plan that fits your needs.
At Anna Hoo Clinic, we understand that excessive sweating can be both physically and emotionally challenging. It affects not just your comfort but also your confidence and well-being.
Our team is here to help you identify the causes of your excessive sweating and guide you through effective treatments designed to suit your needs. Many individuals have found solutions and regained their confidence, and so can you.
Take control of your comfort — explore solutions for excessive sweating today.
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Meet Our Doctors
Our dedicated doctors are here to guide you through every step of your treatment, ensuring it is tailored to your individual needs. Your care is our primary focus, and we strive to provide a supportive and personalised experience throughout your journey with us.
Dr. Anna Hoo (MD)
Medical Director
Certified Aesthetic Practitioner
Dr. Anna Hoo, founder and medical director of the Anna Hoo Clinic, is a leader in medical wellness and aesthetic management. Her expertise encompasses injectables, combination therapy, and medical lasers, all while remaining dedicated to providing exceptional care and achieving outstanding results for her patients.
Dr. William Hoo (MD)
Certified Medical Aesthetic Practitioner
Dr. William Hoo is the leading aesthetic physician at the Anna Hoo Clinic in Bangsar, focusing on medical wellness, facial aesthetics, energy-based devices, and injectables. His keen eye for detail and artistry allows him to effectively enhance his patients' natural beauty.
Dr. Ian Tan (MD)
Certified Medical Aesthetic Practitioner
Dr. Ian Tan is the leading aesthetic physician at the Anna Hoo Clinic in Petaling Jaya, specialising in body sculpting, fat reduction, and skin tightening. He offers innovative solutions that enhance body contours and boost confidence.
Dr. Joyce Hii (MD)
Certified Aesthetic Practitioner
Dr. Joyce Hii established herself in non-surgical facial rejuvenation and medical wellness treatments. With a holistic approach to patient care, she seamlessly integrates wellness and aesthetic therapies to deliver transformative results.
Dr. Elaine Koh (MD)
Medical Doctor
Dr. Elaine earned her medical degree from International Medical University in 2015. Her extensive experience in mental health complements her expertise in physical wellness, allowing her to take a holistic approach to patient care.
Why Choose Anna Hoo Clinic
Personalised Care and Attention
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Your safety is our priority. We follow strict protocols to ensure that all treatments are safe and effective. Our methods are scientifically validated and supported by research.
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We use evidence-based treatments to ensure reliable and consistent results. You can expect methods that are scientifically proven to deliver the desired outcomes.
What Our Clients Say About Us
Dr. Anna is a very kind and understanding doctor, never judgmental. She put patients' need above hers. Dr. Ian is very gentle when administrating treatments for patients. The staffs are very accommodating. The place here is very clean and calm musics are played. There are nutritionists here too. This clinic offer not only aesthetic treatments, but also evaluate patients' dietary needs and suggest positive alteration to improve patients' wellbeing.
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Me and family have been with Dr. anna for 9 years. She is a Good doctor and professional doctor. She has build my confidence and wellbeing. The clinic not only offering aesthetic service but also holistic wellness i.e Hormone and allergy test. I am a happy and beautiful inside and out now. Thank you Doctors and the whole team. 😊
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I have been with Anna Hoo Clinic for more than 10 years. Dr. Anna is a very passionate and professional Doctor. I have seen so much improvement in my well-being as well as my skin. Her skill was excellent. For those who is in search of a professional aesthetic doctor or to improve your wellness, this is the place. Highly recommended 😘
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