Patient Resources
Are you self-conscious about sweating too much? You might have a medical condition called hyperhidrosis that affects approximately 952,000 Canadians1, based on a US study that estimated that 2.8% of Americans suffer from excessive sweating2. Effective hyperhidrosis treatment can help you improve your self-esteem and your quality of life. Our patient resources can help you begin your journey to diagnosis and treatment by a qualified specialist.
Feeling like you sweat too much? Help is available when you find a sweat management specialist in your area.
Getting Started
The following pages provide valuable information that will assist you in obtaining proper diagnosis and treatment for excessive sweating:
| Diagnosing Hyperhidrosis |
| Choosing a Specialist |
| Preparing for Your Appointment |
You can take control of your life. Under the care of a qualified sweat management specialist, most people can successfully manage their excessive sweating.
1 Statistics Canada. 2011 Census Data. (2.8% of total population)
2 Solish N, Benohanian A, et al. Prospective open-label study of botulinum toxin type A in patients with axillary hyperhidrosis: effects on functional impairment and quality of life. Dermatol Surg 2005 Apr; 31(4):405-413.
