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Watch out if you sweat excessively: What you eat changes your smell!
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Watch out if you sweat excessively: What you eat changes your smell!

From Cumhuriyet · (1h ago) Turkish

Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Excessive sweating, known medically as hyperhidrosis, can be categorized into primary (idiopathic) and secondary (caused by underlying conditions).
  • Secondary hyperhidrosis can stem from thyroid issues, diabetes, infections, or medications, and treating the root cause can resolve the sweating.
  • Primary hyperhidrosis is localized and often affects areas like underarms, hands, and feet, with treatments ranging from topical creams to Botox injections.

As a leading voice in Turkish health journalism, Cumhuriyet sheds light on a common yet often bothersome issue: excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis. Dermatologist Dr. Muhammed Burak Yücel explains that this condition isn't just a summer nuisance but can be a symptom of deeper health problems.

Yaz aylarının gelmesiyle birlikte hastalarımız, özellikle terleme problemleriyle bize sıkça başvuruyorlar.

— Dr. Muhammed Burak YücelHighlighting the commonality of hyperhidrosis complaints during summer.

Dr. Yücel emphasizes the crucial distinction between primary and secondary hyperhidrosis. While primary hyperhidrosis has no identifiable cause and is often localized to specific areas like the underarms, palms, or soles of the feet, secondary hyperhidrosis signals an underlying medical issue. This could range from hormonal imbalances like thyroid disorders to diabetes, infections, or even side effects of certain medications. The article stresses the importance of consulting with internal medicine and endocrinology specialists to uncover and address these potential root causes, offering hope for relief by treating the underlying condition.

Özellikle tiroid hastalıkları, diyabet, enfeksiyonlar, kullanılan ilaçlar ve tüketilen yiyeceklerle ilgili bölgesel değil ancak genel bütün vücutta gördüğümüz terlemelerin altta yatan sebeplerini biz bu alt başlıklarda mutlaka araştırıyoruz.

— Dr. Muhammed Burak YücelExplaining potential underlying causes of secondary hyperhidrosis.

For those suffering from primary hyperhidrosis, a range of treatment options are available, tailored to the severity and location of the sweating. Mild to moderate cases can be managed with aluminum chloride-based creams and lotions that block sweat ducts. More advanced treatments include iontophoresis, which uses low-level electrical currents to temporarily block sweat gland activity, and botulinum toxin (Botox) injections, a popular and effective method for persistent sweating in areas like the underarms, face, hands, and feet. These treatments can provide significant relief for several months, allowing individuals to regain comfort and confidence in their daily lives. The article serves as a vital public health reminder about understanding and managing hyperhidrosis.

Bunlar özellikle günlük hayatta gördüğümüz koltuk altı yoğun terlemeleri, el ayak bölgesi terlemeleri, alın ve yüz bölgesindeki terlemeler de yine bu gruba girmekte.

— Dr. Muhammed Burak YücelDescribing common areas affected by primary hyperhidrosis.
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Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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