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I had my second miradry session four days ago and I seem to be sweating more than before I had it done?

Pamiam214Aug 9, 2016
The first session of miradry was four months ago and from the baseline of sweat I saw about 60-70 percent reduction in sweat! SO GREAT! So I went back to the doctor and I had my second treatment. It has b een four days and my armpits seem to be sweatier! perhaps I am imagining it, but I know this time they are much less swollen and do not hurt as bad. Any thoughts whats going on? Thanks!

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