Sweaty Palms - by Hinduja Hospital

SWEATY PALMS

Dr. AVINASH N. KATARA MS, DNB, MNAMS, MRCSEd, Fellow-MIS(Singapore)

Laparoscopic, Thoracoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon

What is sweating?

Sweating (or perspiration) is the production of a fluid, consisting primarily of water as well as various dissolved solids (chiefly chlorides), that is excreted by the sweat glands in the skin of mammals.

Sweat Glands

The human body has 2-5 million sweat glands

Why do we sweat?

Sweating is an important bodily function that allows us to control our body temperature and keep it within the normal range.

When do we sweat?

We all sweat as a normal response to different forms of stress e.g. heat, exercise or emotional stress

What is hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is the excessive

sweating produced by the body that is non-physiological and disproportionate to that required for regulation of body heat.

Types of hyperhidrosis?

Generalized: all over the body

Localized: particular areas e.g. palms, armpit, soles, face etc.

• Primary (unexplained or unknown cause) or • secondary to other medical conditions

(neurological, endocrine, metabolic, infectious or malignant diseases, drugs, toxins etc. )

Causes of hyperhidrosis?

Sweaty Palms

• No apparent cause • It may be associated with

excessive sweating of the soles and armpits

Who gets hyperhidrosis?

It affects both sexes, all races and often has a family predisposition (genetic)

Who gets hyperhidrosis?

Usually begins in childhood, gradually progresses during the teens and adulthood

How common is sweaty palms?

1%2-4%

1-2%

How do sweaty palms affect health?

• Socially and professional embarrassment• Emotional and physical disabilities

Surgery for sweaty palms

• Gold standard of treatment • Key-hole surgery• 24 hours hospitalization

The Sympathetic Chain

Endo-Thoracic Sympathectomy (ETS)

What anesthesia is need for surgery?

General Anesthesia

Overnight stay

Discharged next morning

Surgical Outcome • Immediate results• Well accepted• Permanent

Improved Quality of Life

Email: dr_akatara@hindujahospital.com

Clinic: Mon, Wed, Fri3 to 6 pm

For appointments: +91 22 39818181

Contact us:Dr. AVINASH N. KATARA

MS, DNB, MNAMS, MRCSEd, Fellow-MIS(Singapore)Laparoscopic, Thoracoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon

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