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Approaches to control excessive sweating
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DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I am a 73-year-old man. Lately I have been
sweating profusely on my neck, head and under my arms. I do not sweat
on my palms or my soles. Sometimes I take a nap in the afternoon and
wake up after a half an hour, soaked. Also, at night when I go to
sleep, I literally drip water with no exertion. Do I have
hyperhidrosis? I weight 240 pounds and keep my apartment at 70
degrees. Anything you suggest to help me would be appreciated. - P.C.
ANSWER: Hyperhidrosis is excessiv...
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