Sweating Too Much? Here’s Why and How to Fix It
How do you know if you’re sweating too much? And what can you do to fix it?
Sweating is a natural and healthy part of life. When you exercise or get hot, your body cools itself down by producing sweat. But if you regularly find yourself sweating through your clothes for no apparent reason, your sweating problem might be more serious.
How to Tell If You’re Sweating Too Much
Many factors influence how much people sweat including genetics, gender and fitness level. But if you're:
- Constantly wiping sweat away
- Changing clothes frequently
- Showering multiple times daily
- Struggling basic tasks like writing, driving or raising your hand due to sweat
- Purposely avoiding public and social situations due to sweat
...you might have an excessive sweating problem, also known as hyperhidrosis.
According to the experts at Mayo Clinic, hyperhidrosis occurs when “the nerves responsible for signaling your sweat glands become overactive, even though they haven't been triggered by physical activity or a rise in temperature.”
There are two types of hyperhidrosis — primary and secondary. Primary hyperhidrosis is a medical condition that causes you to sweat up to five times the amount required to control your body temperature. It usually affects a specific part of your body, such as your armpits, head, feet or hands.
Not sure if you have hyperhidrosis or not? Check out these 12 signs your armpit sweat isn’t normal.
Secondary hyperhidrosis (diaphoresis) causes you to sweat excessively all over your body. It's usually a side effect of another medical condition or medication. People with secondary hyperhidrosis are also more likely to sweat while sleeping.
Excessive Sweat Causes
If you know you’re sweating too much, it’s important to figure out the root of the cause to find the appropriate solution. Here are a few reasons you could be sweating excessively.
Hereditary Condition
Primary hyperhidrosis is often hereditary. Doctors aren’t sure exactly what causes primary hyperhidrosis, but evidence shows that people are more likely to have this condition if it runs in the family. Most people start seeing symptoms during puberty or childhood.
Certain Medications
Several types of prescription and over-the-counter medications cause secondary hyperhidrosis. Excessive sweating is a common side effect of certain antidepressants, including Norpramin, Pamelor and Protriptyline.
People who take Pilocarpine for dry mouth, iron supplements or zinc supplements can also experience excessive sweating.
Diabetes
Excessive sweating is also linked to low blood glucose levels. When your blood sugar plummets, it triggers a “fight or flight” response in your body. Your body produces more norepinephrine and adrenaline, which can lead to heavy sweating.
Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid creates too much T4, T3 or both. High amounts of T4 and T3 send your body into a hypermetabolic state, which causes your heart rate and blood pressure elevate and makes you sweat more.
Obesity
People with higher body mass also tend to sweat more. Fat insulates the body and raises its core temperature. When your body temperature is higher, your body sweats more to cool itself down.
Other conditions that can cause secondary hyperhidrosis include menopause, heart disease and adrenal gland disorders. If you think you might have secondary hyperhidrosis, it’s best to speak with your doctor to identify the condition that is causing you to sweat.
How to Sweat Less
Continually stressing over sweat marks is a daily struggle for people with hyperhidrosis. It can interfere with your quality of life at work, at home and in your relationships, and can even be psychologically damaging.
While no cure exists for primary hyperhidrosis, some solutions can minimize the effects. If you’re tired of sweating too much, here are some remedies you can try today:
- Antiperspirants
- Home remedies
- Thompson Tee sweat proof undershirts
Hyperhidrosis can be a frustrating condition to deal with. But you don’t have to let it take control over your life.
The easiest way to fight hyperhidrosis is by wearing a sweat proof undershirt. The Thompson Tee, available in men's and women's styles, is the only patented sweat proof undershirt guaranteed to block sweat from seeping through your outer layer.
Its patented Hydro-Shield sweat proof technology completely absorbs moisture and allows it to evaporate, keeping you cool and dry in any situation. With a Thompson Tee, you can conquer excessive armpit sweat and say goodbye to wet marks and stains for good.
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