Hyperhidrosis

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Written by Qiu Xin Hui
Traditional Chinese Medicine
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What department should I go to for hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis is primarily caused by autonomic nervous dysfunction. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) believes that there are various reasons for this condition, such as imbalances in the body's nutrient and defensive levels, liver and gallbladder damp-heat, yin deficiency leading to excessive fire, and so forth. If hyperhidrosis occurs, it is recommended to visit a hospital and consult with a TCM internal medicine doctor. The doctor will diagnose based on the individual's constitution and clinical manifestations through the four diagnostic methods of inspection, listening, questioning, and pulse-taking. This helps to identify the specific causes of hyperhidrosis and choose appropriate medications for treatment. Additionally, daily life should include a lighter diet, maintaining a cheerful mood, and avoiding staying up late to facilitate the treatment and improvement of hyperhidrosis.

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Written by Qiu Xin Hui
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What department should I visit for hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis in Traditional Chinese Medicine is believed to have many causes, such as disharmony of the body's defensive and nutritive Qi, deficiency of both Qi and blood, damp-heat in the liver and gallbladder, and excessive fire due to yin deficiency. If hyperhidrosis occurs, it is recommended to visit a hospital and consult with a doctor specialized in Traditional Chinese Medicine. The diagnosis should be made through the four diagnostic methods: inspection, listening and smelling, inquiry, and pulse-taking. This will allow the doctor to discern the underlying cause and select appropriate medications for adjustment over a period. Additionally, regular participation in physical exercises can help improve physical fitness and alleviate the symptoms of hyperhidrosis.

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Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
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The difference between hyperhidrosis and body odor

Hyperhidrosis is generally caused by one's endocrine issues or hormonal imbalances, leading to excessive sweating. The primary symptom is excessive sweating in the hands; sweating tends to increase with physical activity or handwork. Some patients also experience excessive sweating in the armpits and around the upper thighs. Bromhidrosis is a genetically inherited disease characterized by excessive sweating and unpleasant odors in the armpits, demonstrating a familial tendency. These two conditions are distinct and require different treatments. Bromhidrosis is mainly treated surgically to completely remove the sweat glands and reduce the odor, although it cannot be completely cured. In contrast, hyperhidrosis can be managed through self-regulation and using traditional Chinese medicine to adjust the endocrine balance, which can be effective for treatment.

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Written by Zhang Shu Kun
Traditional Chinese Medicine
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Can spleen deficiency lead to excessive head sweating?

Spleen deficiency can lead to excessive sweating of the head, and generally, if it is mild, there will be no sweating. However, when the condition is severe, it can lead to physical weakness, which in turn causes excessive head sweating. For patients with spleen deficiency, it is also crucial to manage the condition early. Firstly, one can eat more foods that strengthen the spleen, such as Chinese yam and coix seeds, which have spleen-strengthening effects and can be effectively managed. Most importantly, one should avoid excessive fatigue, not rush, maintain a cheerful mood, and ensure good daily routines to achieve good management.

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Written by Liu Yong
Traditional Chinese Medicine
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What tea should a man who is physically weak and sweats a lot drink?

Men with physical weakness can drink teas that replenish Qi and blood, which can help nourish the kidneys and regulate overall health. Some options include teas made from Astragalus, Ginseng, Codonopsis, Goji berries, Red dates, and Ginger. They can also consume beef, mutton, sheep kidneys, pork, eel, etc. It's important to exercise regularly and avoid spicy and greasy foods. Consuming fresh fruits and vegetables, ensuring adequate rest, getting plenty of sleep, avoiding staying up late, and abstaining from alcohol and smoking are also recommended.

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Written by Liu Gang
Dermatology
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The difference between hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis

Hyperhidrosis is generally a disease caused by one's own endocrine imbalance or hormonal levels. The most characteristic symptom of this disease is increased sweating, such as excessive sweating from the armpits, groin, or palms, especially after exercise or staying up late, but there is no abnormal odor. Bromhidrosis is a type of hereditary disease, characterized by excessive sweating from both armpits and a strong odor, which can start showing symptoms from puberty. Bromhidrosis cannot be completely eradicated, while hyperhidrosis can be cured through proper medical treatment. The most common treatment for bromhidrosis is surgical removal of the large sweat glands, which can reduce or alleviate the odor, but cannot eradicate it completely.

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Written by Wang Chun Mei
Pulmonology
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What is the condition of having a fever and sweating excessively?

Typically, fever and excessive sweating in the body often result from the presence of some infectious factors, commonly involving respiratory infections or post-surgical infections. It is also possible for some immune system disorders to cause these symptoms. Therefore, patients usually experience fever and excessive sweating in such cases. Once the cause is identified and appropriate symptomatic treatment is provided, the symptoms of fever and excessive sweating will improve when the inflammatory condition is controlled. Additionally, many non-infectious factors can cause fever, especially in women during their menstrual period or after intense exercise, which can lead to an increase in the body's heat production, resulting in feelings of heat and profuse sweating.

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Written by Yan Xin Liang
Pediatrics
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Why does rickets cause excessive sweating?

Rickets, also known as Vitamin D deficiency rickets, is a chronic systemic nutritional disease characterized by bone lesions caused by insufficient Vitamin D in infants, children, or adolescents, leading to disturbances in calcium and phosphorus metabolism. The main features of this disease are incomplete calcification of the long bone epiphyses, cartilage plates, and bone tissue due to Vitamin D deficiency, resulting in incomplete osteogenic calcification. This disease is generally seen in infants under two years of age, particularly common in infants aged 3-18 months. Due to the lack of Vitamin D, the disease can present symptoms such as excessive night sweating, irritability, restlessness, crying, and cradle cap. Therefore, the excessive sweating associated with this disease is mainly caused by a deficiency in Vitamin D.