Mid 30s, have had to deal with axillary hyperhidrosis my whole life. Botox or Suction-Curretage for Hyperhidrosis?

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Hello, I am in my mid 30s who has had to deal with axillary hyperhidrosis my whole life. It didn’t matter if I was 65kgs or 48kgs I still struggle with it. In high school my dermatologist prescribed some antiperspirant all I remember is it burnt my armpits so bad! I am reduced to wearing white clothes or oversized clothes with panty liners to avoid the embarrassing sweat patch. From what I have read, Botox lasts 4-18months. I would like something permanent. Can I have the suction done?

Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question.

Botox has been FDA approved for Axillary hyperhidrosis since 2004.

In our office, we have had good experience with Botox injections to the armpits.  We have treated patients, staff, and family members.  We typically use 50 units per armpit.   I have had a couple of patients tell me it is the first time they wore a powder blue shirt in years. The red carpet models also like to do this before big events.  You will still sweat with exercise.  You won't harm yourself by controlling excessive sweating.  It is not a permanent solution, but you may want to try it before more invasive treatments.  Best to talk with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.  Together, you will come up with a plan.

Jeffrey J. Roth, M.D., F.A.C.S.

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Las Vegas Plastic Surgery

Rafael Diaz-Yoserev, MD, FACS · Answer

As the sweat glands reside underneath your skin, it is no wonder why topical treatments do not seem to get underarm sweating under control.
Precision TX laser procedure goes right to the source, underneath the skin, to safely ablate the underarm sweat glands.
How does the Precision TX procedure work?
The procedure is done under local anesthesia. Through a small incision, a cannula is inserted under the skin and thermally controlled laser energy is delivered directly to the sweat glands to ablate them.
How does the procedure feel like?
Like any other minimally invasive procedure, you may feel a light pressure during the procedure and some soreness afterwards, which will resolve rapidly. You will be able to return to your normal activities in a few days.
How long does the procedure take?
The procedure takes about one hour and is an in-office procedure.

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