Sweaty Palms - by Hinduja Hospital
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SWEATY PALMS Dr. AVINASH N. KATARA MS, DNB, MNAMS, MRCSEd, Fellow-MIS(Singapore) Laparoscopic, Thoracoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon
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If you are suffering in Palmar Hyperhidrosis and want to get rid of this issue then please consult Hinduja Hospital expert who are specialise in curing Hyperhidrosis with Minimal Invasive Surgery.
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SWEATY PALMS
Dr. AVINASH N. KATARA MS, DNB, MNAMS, MRCSEd, Fellow-MIS(Singapore)
Laparoscopic, Thoracoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon
What is sweating?
Sweating (or perspiration) is the production of a fluid, consisting primarily of water as well as various dissolved solids (chiefly chlorides), that is excreted by the sweat glands in the skin of mammals.
Sweat Glands
The human body has 2-5 million sweat glands
Why do we sweat?
Sweating is an important bodily function that allows us to control our body temperature and keep it within the normal range.
When do we sweat?
We all sweat as a normal response to different forms of stress e.g. heat, exercise or emotional stress
What is hyperhidrosis? Hyperhidrosis is the excessive
sweating produced by the body that is non-physiological and disproportionate to that required for regulation of body heat.
Types of hyperhidrosis?
Generalized: all over the body
Localized: particular areas e.g. palms, armpit, soles, face etc.
• Primary (unexplained or unknown cause) or • secondary to other medical conditions
(neurological, endocrine, metabolic, infectious or malignant diseases, drugs, toxins etc. )
Causes of hyperhidrosis?
Sweaty Palms
• No apparent cause • It may be associated with
excessive sweating of the soles and armpits
Who gets hyperhidrosis?
It affects both sexes, all races and often has a family predisposition (genetic)
Who gets hyperhidrosis?
Usually begins in childhood, gradually progresses during the teens and adulthood
How common is sweaty palms?
1%2-4%
1-2%
How do sweaty palms affect health?
• Socially and professional embarrassment• Emotional and physical disabilities
Surgery for sweaty palms
• Gold standard of treatment • Key-hole surgery• 24 hours hospitalization
The Sympathetic Chain
Endo-Thoracic Sympathectomy (ETS)
What anesthesia is need for surgery?
General Anesthesia
Overnight stay
Discharged next morning
Surgical Outcome • Immediate results• Well accepted• Permanent
Improved Quality of Life
Email: [email protected]
Clinic: Mon, Wed, Fri3 to 6 pm
For appointments: +91 22 39818181
Contact us:Dr. AVINASH N. KATARA
MS, DNB, MNAMS, MRCSEd, Fellow-MIS(Singapore)Laparoscopic, Thoracoscopic & Bariatric Surgeon
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