The cosmetic treatment of Botox can help smooth out lines, wrinkles and help with other temporary muscle issues. Doctors can also use this neurotoxin to help treat migraines, muscle spasms, or hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). Some people can limit their underarm sweating with prescription antiperspirants, but if that hasn’t worked for you, Botox may be the next option. Those who sweat excessively from their armpits can receive Botox from a trained medical professional, but it can also help if you sweat from your hands, feet, or face.
Our medical spa offers Botox for many reasons, including underarm sweating, to help patients look and feel their best. Let’s dive into how Botox for underarm sweating works and what to expect from the procedure.
Our body's nervous system signals the body to sweat when it gets too hot, allowing it to cool itself and avoid overheating. Botox will essentially paralyze the overactive nerves that cause you to sweat, so your hyperhidrosis symptoms will reduce when Botox is applied to certain areas. The injection will stop acetylcholine that binds to the sweat glands and releases sweat, but only in the area where applied. The body will still keep itself cool by sweating in other places, but you can avoid underarm sweat stains or extreme body odor.
With any medical procedure, there are side effects that could occur for certain patients. Being aware of the negatives or side effects can help you plan your day for potential setbacks after getting Botox for underarm sweating. Common side effects of Botox include:
Severe side effects are rare, but when they happen, you should consult with your doctor immediately. Serious side effects could occur the day of your injections or weeks after.
One of the biggest reasons for Botox for underarm sweating is to avoid invasive surgeries to fix the problem. Those who have uncontrolled underarm sweating may struggle with confidence and can have damaged clothing from the stains left behind. Finding any solution to fix the problem may seem beneficial to many, but surgical procedures require extensive recovery and time to complete.
Botox injections are a fast procedure, taking about 10 minutes to complete. Your appointment may last longer with prep and injections, but can often take place on your lunch break or before you start your day. Seeking Botox instead of surgery allows patients to go about their daily lives soon after the injections.
However, injections don’t last forever, so you will need to have multiple injection appointments to keep up the benefits of Botox. Underarm sweating will be reduced as you continue injection appointments, but if Botox wears off, you will experience excessive sweating again.
Every patient will react differently to Botox injections, but most people will notice improvements after 2-4 days, with full effects taking approximately 2 weeks to become apparent. The effects of Botox will last for months once the nerves completely react to the neurotoxin. You may need to continue to get injections to fully avoid underarm sweating, generally every 7-16 months. There is limited research on the effectiveness of Botox for sweating, so communicate with your doctor or medical specialist about how often you can benefit from injections.
Botox has been shown to have positive results in other areas of the body, including the face, palms, and soles of your feet. Getting Botox in these areas can help you avoid excessive sweating, acne breakouts, and skin irritation. Studies have found that Botox can reduce sweating by 25% to 50% for certain patients. Palms and the soles of feet are where patients see the biggest difference.
Regeneration Medical Spa offers Botox and other injectables to patients who want to have younger and healthier skin. These treatments can help revitalize your skin and give you more confidence in your appearance. As our bodies age and change, we may need medical services to make our daily lives more enjoyable.
Our medical spa offers a variety of treatments that can help patients feel their best and have confidence going about their daily life. Our team of professionals has a wealth of knowledge about all treatments and procedures to ensure you are satisfied with the results. Book your transformation with our Ogden medical spa today and see the benefits of injectables and functional medicine!
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