Botox for Sweating: part 2

Is the treatment permanent?

No, at best Botox will work for a few months. While it is not a permanent cure, it sure can make you feel a lot better about your self and renew your self-confidence. Most patients who get Botox injections notice that the sweating disappears in a few weeks and lasts anywhere from 2-5 months.

Are the Botox injections painful?

Well, it depends who does it. In most cases, there is only a slight pinprick that lasts a second. The procedure can be done at a spa or a clinic. If you are a cry baby and afraid of needles, you can ask the doctor to give you some numbing medication, which does help. The procedure rarely takes more than 30 minutes and there is little downtime.

Are there any side effects with Botox?

Asides from some mild arm weakness, there are no major side effects.

When does one see the result?

The decrease in sweating is obvious the next time you shake your hand. The maximum effect of botox takes about 2-3 weeks.

Does everyone respond to Botox?

Unfortunately no. Only about 10% of people respond to Botox. Therefore, never enroll for many sessions. Try one set of injections and wait a few weeks. If Botox has not worked in 2-3 weeks, it is unlikely to work in future. There is no way of telling who will respond to Botox. Because there have been many health care workers using fake, counterfeit or diluted Botox, it has been difficult to know if the problem lies with the patient or the Botox!

What is cost of Botox?

The cost of Botox ranges from $ 500- $1, 500 and is now available at most cosmetic and spa clinics. The procedure is considered cosmetic in nature and not covered by medical insurance.

What is option when Botox fails?

Surgery known as thoracic sympathectomy is probably the best treatment. If the surgeon is good, you will most likely be cured of the problem

Final point

Because there is a bandwagon of people who are clamoring for the Botox business, choose your therapist well. For safety, select a therapist who is credentialed to perform the procedure. Botox, when used by an experienced health care worker is a safe and effective way to eliminate the embarrassing problem of excessive sweating of underarms, hands, and feet.

For people who have gotten rid of sweating after botox injections, they claim that the feeling is better than an orgasm. Your hands will feel so dry that you will want to shake and touch everyone. Move over Viagra.