Why a Dermatologist?
Dermatologists are physicians (medical doctors) who specialize in dealing with the skin—including the sweat glands.
Dermatologists can diagnose severe underarm sweating, and many dermatologists treat this condition with BOTOX
®
. But since not all dermatologists are specially trained to administer BOTOX
®
be sure to use our
Find a Dermatologist
tool to locate one near you who is specially trained.
Getting the Discussion Started
If you're finding it difficult to talk to your dermatologist about treating the symptoms of your severe underarm sweating, you may find it helpful to prepare ahead of time. Here are some tips to help.
First, find a dermatologist who is specially trained to treat severe underarm sweating. To make sure you’re getting a qualified dermatologist, use our
Find a Dermatologist
tool on this site.
Learn all you can about severe underarm sweating (severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis) and answer the
Self-Assessment
questionnaire to understand the impact it may be having on your daily activities.
Prepare your questions ahead of time. Bring a list with you, and consider writing down the answers when you’re with your dermatologist so you can review them later when you get home. Here are some questions to discuss with your dermatologist:
When did you first notice your severe underarm sweating?
Have you ever been diagnosed with severe primary axillary hyperhidrosis?
How many times per day do you notice your underarms sweating?
How many times per day do you change your clothes?
How many times per day do you wash under your arms?
Do you carry supplies, such as extra clothes, antiperspirants, powders, or towels?
Have you ever tried a prescription antiperspirant? For how long? Were you satisfied?
Have you tried any other treatments?
Is BOTOX
®
right for you?