Excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, happens when your sweat glands overwork. This can occur for a few main reasons:
- Primary hyperhidrosis is when sweat glands are overactive without an obvious cause like heat or exercise. This is often hereditary and affects specific areas like palms, feet, face, or underarms. It usually starts in childhood or teens and is not caused by illness.
- Secondary hyperhidrosis happens due to underlying medical conditions such as thyroid problems, diabetes, menopause, infections, or medications.
- Emotional triggers like stress or anxiety can also cause excessive sweating by activating nerves that stimulate sweat glands.
If sweating happens without heat or physical activity and disrupts daily life, it might be hyperhidrosis. It's best to consult a doctor to diagnose if it’s primary or secondary and explore treatment options to manage the sweating better.
