When Botox treatment is mentioned most people associate it with treatment for wrinkles on the face, and not at all to be used in your armpits of all places. As you will see in this article there is actually a very good reason to use botox underarms.
Botox for hyperhidrosis
Botox actually have many other uses, and one is to use botox for sweating – specifically for excessive underarm sweating which is a condition called hyperhidrosis.
A person with hyperhidrosis will sweat excessively in all conditions – even when it is not hot. The excessive sweating will be accompanied by a bad odor. Botox for perspiration is a very effective way to cure this condition – even if it is not permanently.
How does botox for underarm sweating work?
The Botox blocks the chemical signals to your sweat glands. When the sweat glands do not receive the chemical signals it stops producing sweat.
It does not cause sweat to back up to other areas or any other negative effect. The Botox only causes the treated areas to stop producing sweat. The other areas of your body will produce sweat normally.
How long does underarm botox last?
The Botox for perspiration treatment can last anywhere from 4 to 8 months and have to be repeated in order to retain the effect. In a study the treatment lasted an average of 6 months.
How long before the armpit botox start working?
The effect of the Botox injections for sweating is usually evident in as soon as 2 days, and in the first 4 weeks you should notice a significant reduction in sweating.
Is underarm botox FDA approved?
Yes – Botox for hyperhidrosis is a FDA approved treatment that will stop the excessive sweating.
What are the side effects of the botox treatment?
Some people are allergic to Botox, and can develop side effects like problems swallowing, breathing or speaking as well as allergic reactions like itching and a rash.
These side effects can become evident immediately after the treatment, or they can also develop some time after. It is recommended that you immediately inform your doctor should you experience any of these side effects.
Does underarm botox hurt?
A very fine needle is used to inject the botox just under the skin, and it usually does not hurt at all.10 to 15 Injections per armpit is all that is needed and the whole procedure usually lasts about 15 minutes.
Underarm Botox Treatment for Hyperhidrosis
