Is Botox effective in the treatment of excessive sweating?
Yes, it is now established that Botox is an effective treatment for troublesome excessive perspiration. The Botox injection reduces sweat production by sweat glands in these sites for up to a year and results in improvement in body odour. At Doctors Makeover we also use Botox for cosmetic treatment of fine lines and wrinkles. Where do you use Botox for excessive sweating? At Doctors Makeover, we use Botox for excessive sweating both in the armpits (axillae) and the palms of the hands. We might also be able to use Botox for other parts of the body, depending on special circumstances. What is Botox? Botox is a derivative of chemicals produced by Clostridium botulinum Welchii bacteria. When Botox is injected into the armpits or palm of the hand, it reversibly stops the chemical messages from the nerve to the sweat glands, therefore, reversibly blocking the production of sweat in those areas. At Doctors Makeover, we always use high quality products from only reliable sources. We normally u
