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Hyperhidrosis is a condition that causes an offensive body odor. People with hyperhidrosis sweat excessively despite cold weather. Irregularities in organ function, bowel function, infection, poor metabolism, menopause, obesity, nerve damage, and digestion can all contribute to an offensive body odor.
Characteristics of Hyperhidrosis Hyperhidrosis is caused when nerves controlling the sweat glands become overactive. The condition can be diagnosed by a doctor. If Hyperhidrosis is suspected, the “Minor Test” can be used as a diagnostic tool. A weak solution of iodine is applied to the area of excessive sweating. Powdered starch is then dusted over the iodine. If Hyperhidrosis is present, the sweat will cause the iodine/starch mixture to turn dark blue. Gravimetry is a test that measures how much a person sweats. This test requires blotting paper to be put on the area where excessive sweating is thought to occur. The paper soaks up the sweat and is then weighed to find out how much sweat has been absorbed. Treatment of Hyperhidrosis Hyperhidrosis is treatable. Oral medications can often alleviate the problem, and applying aluminum chloride hexahydrate may help. Injections can be used to stop the signal from the nerves to the sweat glands. In very severe cases, surgery may be necessary to cut the nerves that cause the excessive sweating. There are a few home remedies worth trying:
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