Craniofacial Hyperhidrosis - Any Information about treatment?

Posted by mcden @mcden, Mar 14 10:01am

I have had severe heat and sweating of the head and face for several years now. It has recently become even worse. Yesterday I was outside in -12ºF weather. Within a minute my head was blazing hot, sweat was pouring from my hair, head and face - like I just stepped out of the shower. It has impacted my life in so many ways. I am acutely embarrassed and ashamed. I don't want to leave the house. Doctors haven't responded to my concerns.My thermostat is broken. I read about a procedure that cuts the nerve to the sweat glands - or removes the glands. Has anyone heard of this? I would truly appreciate any knowledge about this condition. Thank you.

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tillymack | @tillymack | Mar 14 12:23pm

I've heard that Botox can help with similar.

rashida | @rashida | Mar 15 12:02am

@mcden yes, I have heard about that procedure. Have you asked your doctor about the procedure?

tisme | @tisme | Mar 16 2:43pm

I find I only sweat on my head , it drips on my neck and drives me crazy I use headbands to soak it up. I dont know if its a left over from hormone treatment for breast cancer or psoriasis or whatever.

mcden | @mcden | Mar 22 1:43am

Thank you for your comment. This sweating drives me absolutely crazy too!

seniormed | @seniormed | Mar 22 7:04am

It may be worthwhile to consult a neurologist with a
center that treats autonomic disorders. The sweat is controlled by our nervous system. Specialized tests are
not available in doctors offices.