Hyperhidrosis Support Group

Primary hyperhidrosis is the condition characterized by abnormally increased perspiration, in excess of that required for regulation of body temperature. Some patients afflicted with the condition experience a distinct reduction in the quality of life. Sufferers feel at a loss of control because perspiration takes place independent of temperature and emotional state.

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Try taking Potassium tablets

ghost12345
ghost12345
Hi All,

I just wanted to share some info with u. My Physiology teacher mentioned in class that people who sweat too much have a Potassium deficiency. Your water balance is off. So, I bought Potassium tablets at a local drug store - cost about $5, and took the recommended dose as per the bottle instructions. I take it everyday, and I've noticed a difference. Try it. I'm very happy about it!
deleted_user
deleted_user
Some people who sweat excessively actually have a medical condition known as hyperhidrosis. Only a medical professional can make such a diagnosis. But, there are treatments that can really make a difference. Antiperspirants (both over-the-counter and prescription-strength), iontophoresis (for hands and/or feet only), Botox injections, miraDry (for underarms only), oral medications, and local surgery are some options. You can work with your doctor to determine the right treatment or combination of treatments for your situation. See details of each treatment on www.SweatHelp.org. They even have a Physician Finder so that you can find a physician who knows how to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).
deleted_user
deleted_user
hi ghost12345, how have you been doing? are the potassium tablets really help? what part of your body do you sweat much?
ghost12345
ghost12345
@ Lilium...I DO have HH. That's why I'm a member here......
I have been working with different doctors for years and it seems like each time I try to get a solution for this damn curse, it ends up not being one.

@ girlyyyy,
Hi, nice to talk to you. Well...the Potassium tablets were helping for the first month, but now it's back to sweating again. I thought I had a solution...:(
I have HH of the hands and feet. My hands are the primary problem. I want to become a nurse and I need my hands to be "sweat-free." HELP!
ghost12345
ghost12345
Hey guys,

I noticed Silentpro's post about the Potassium tablets. I think this might be the right track. Well, I'm going to try it anyway. I was taking one 595 mg of Potassium Gluconate daily. But now I'm going to try Potassium Chloride tablets if I can find them. Silentpro is a chemist and says according to the FDA that a person should have 3000 mg of potassium daily. I'm going to try this route first. I'll let u guys know how it goes.

Wish me luck!
deleted_user
deleted_user
good luck! I just joined and would love to know if it works ..I read silents posts as well. I am in shock today..to find others with HH first and to see possible help without surgery etc..Im just baffled right now I guess...so excited. I havent figured out all of this site yet but message me anyone with more ideas..or whatever :)