If you suffer from excessive underarm perspiration, you may wish to prevent occurrences of this embarrassing condition. Sweating too much from the armpits can feel uncomfortable and this can also soak through clothing items. The medical term used to refer to the condition where a person sweats uncontrollably is hyperhidrosis. This can be a sign of a serious medical problem, like cancer and lung disease, and should be discussed with your doctor.
Step 1
Apply an underarm antiperspirant. An antiperspirant controls sweating and freshen the armpits. Antiperspirants contain aluminum salts and are available over the counter or by prescription.
A common active ingredient you'll find in antiperspirants is aluminum chloride. According to the Mayo Clinic, the best time to apply your antiperspirant is at night before bed.
Step 2
Wear lightweight tops. Tight and restrictive shirts can cause you to sweat in the underarm area. Instead, choose loose fitting and lightweight tops made of materials like cotton. During workouts, look for fabrics specifically designed to direct sweat from the skin.
Step 3
Identify the triggers that are causing you to sweat under your armpits. Common triggers include alcohol, spicy food, anxiety and heat exposure.
Eliminate foods with strong odors from your diet, like garlic, since the scent can be released through your sweat. If you can avoid or limit exposure to these things, you can prevent hyperhidrosis symptoms.
Step 4
Speak to a doctor about procedures used to prevent underarm sweating from occurring. Botox is now approved by the Food and Drug Administration to control severe underarm sweating. Botox is injected into the armpits to block the nerves that cause perspiration.
Regular injections every few months may be needed for results to be maintained. Potential side effects include redness and pain at the injection site. Botox users can also suffer a hemorrhage, headache, itching, fever or sweating elsewhere.
Discuss your options with a board-certified plastic surgeon before undergoing injections.
Things You'll Need
- Antiperspirant
