Stop Embarrassment of Sweaty Palms

Helps Excessive Underarm Sweating

There's a new treatment for people who suffer from hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating.

It's Botox, the very same toxin dermatologists use to smooth out frown lines and crow's feet. Some dermatologists are using Botox on patients who sweat excessively beneath the armpits. Sweat glands are controlled by the sympathetic nervous system, and when Botox is injected in tiny amounts beneath the armpit, the toxin weakens nerve stimulation to the sweat gland.

Dr. Dan Berg, director of dermatological surgery at University of Washington Medical Center, says not every person is a candidate for Botox, and the first step should be to set up a medical consultation. "I take out skin cancers and do liposuction, but some of the most heartfelt `you-changed-my-life' e-mails I get are from patients who had the Botox treatment," he says.