Botox to Eliminate Sweaty Feet?

Question

My General Practicioner has a separate clinic where she does Botox. I have been approved by my insurance company for the procedure. I am a little frightened. I did have some put between my eyebrows a number of years ago and didn't have any reaction but that would have been a very small amount compared to the feet. Has anyone had experience with this? Any advice?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Botox is an ideal treatment, but not the only treatment, for hyperhidrosis.  In my Santa Monica practice, I perform several non-surgical techniques for hyperhidrosis that provide longterm relief of the symptoms of excessive sweating.  Botox injections work well and require treatment every 4 months.

Sheila S. Nazarian, MD · Answer

Using botox for palmar hyperhidrosis is an effective way to decrease sweating.  The botox prevents the nerves from telling the sweat glands to secrete sweat.  Each palm will need 50 to 100 units depending on the size.  The cost depends on the cost per unit in each office.  Botox ranges from 10-15 dollars per unit in my area.The feet are similar to the hands.

Bhavlene Panesar, MD · Answer

Hi there, thank you for your question.  
Feet that sweat a lot are a stubborn and irritating problem.  Treatmnt with Botox can be very helpful in this situation.  It can be a painful injection as the palmar tissue on the feet is quite thick.  Topcial numbing agents are helpful as is some ice.  The injections are done in a grid like fashion and take effect usually within a week.  The results can last for about 6 months and for some people up to a year.
Hope this helps.

Ken Landow, MD · Answer

you need more than for cosmetic improvement of your facial muscles but don't let that upset you...traditionally you'll need about 100 units for each foot...and it may last up to a year...well worth it if the problem bothers you...best

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I would go to a hyperhidrosis expert - someone who deals with every distribution of hyperhidrosis (head, hands, feet and underarms, groin) AND also someone who proveides every treatment of hyperhidrosis. Plantar hyperhidrosis is tricky because the skin is thicker than in the hands and underarms and proper placement is critical for success.

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