I am suffering from underarm odor for almost 7 years. It is really embarassing.. I can't smell myself but when I see reactions of people I interact with, it seems that I am stinking worse even I came from bath. I've already tried all topical deos and anti-perspirants even vinegar, baking soda, cornstach, other strong deos but still nothing works. As of now, my underarms perspire much lesser than before but I want the odor to be gone. I am wondering if this botox can really help me. Thank you.
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Botox can help underarm odor or bromohydrosis. The injections are usually performed every 6 months and may be covered by some insurance plans. Another option that has longer lasting results and may be of use if the Miradry procedure which destroys the sweat glands with microwaves.
Dr. Kyle Coleman, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Botox is an FDA approved treatment for excessive underarm sweating (axillary hyperhidrosis). Diminishing underarm sweating will in turn help improve underarm odor.
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Yes, for up to 6 months. It does so by reducing eccrine sweat which promotes bacterial growth (added to by heat and occlusion). It may also reduce odor through suppression of sweat through apocrine glands (attached to hair follicles). This sweat does contain lipids and proteins which themselves may cause odor. Botox doesn't kill any germs...it just reduces the sweat that is their breeding environment.
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Botox can stop sweating under the arms for approximately 4 to 6 months. This decrease in sweating will also help reduce the odor. Please consult an expert for this procedure. Best, Dr. Green
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Bacteria interacting with sweat causes the odour you mention. If antiperspirants do not help you keep dry, Botox Therapeutic is an option to decrease the sweating. Please consult a dermatologist to assess your hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) and discuss treatment options.
