Sweating more than you should? It's treatable.
Excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, is a real medical condition, not a hygiene problem. We check for underlying causes and treat it with prescription antiperspirants, oral medication or Botox, so you can stop planning your day around sweat.
Covered assessment
Your assessment and consultation are covered by Alberta Health.
Cause checked first
We look for medical reasons behind your sweating before choosing a treatment.
No referral needed
Book directly. You don't need to see your family doctor first.
Where does excessive sweating show up?
Hyperhidrosis usually affects one or more areas. If any of these sound familiar, take our quick assessment. It takes about two minutes.
Underarm sweating
- Constant underarm wetness
- Stained or ruined clothing
- Antiperspirants don't work
- Changing shirts during the day
Sweaty hands
- Damp or dripping palms
- Avoiding handshakes
- Trouble gripping or writing
- Smudged paper and screens
Sweaty feet
- Feet slipping in shoes
- Foot odour
- Damaged socks and shoes
- Skin irritation or infections
Face & scalp sweating
- Sweat on the face or forehead
- Damp hairline or scalp
- Makeup that won't stay put
- Feeling self-conscious
Why do some people sweat so much?
Primary hyperhidrosis is the most common type. The nerves that control sweating are overactive, usually in the underarms, hands, feet or face. It often starts in childhood or the teen years, affects both sides of the body and tends to run in families.
Secondary hyperhidrosis is sweating caused by something else, such as a medical condition or a medication. It's more likely when sweating starts later in life, affects the whole body or happens at night. That's why we always check for a cause first.
Possible underlying causes
- Thyroid problems, such as an overactive thyroid
- Hormone changes, including perimenopause and menopause
- Medications, such as some antidepressants
- Blood sugar issues, including diabetes
- Infections and other medical conditions
Four ways we treat excessive sweating
After your assessment, we'll recommend the approach that fits the areas affected, how severe your sweating is and what you've already tried.
Botox for sweating
Small injections into the skin temporarily block the nerve signals that switch on sweat glands in the treated area.
- Underarms, palms, feet and face
- Quick in-clinic treatment
- Repeated when sweating returns
Prescription antiperspirants
Clinical-strength antiperspirants are much stronger than store-bought products and are often the first thing to try.
- Applied at night to clean, dry skin
- Works well for many underarm cases
- Tips to reduce skin irritation
Prescribed and reviewed by your nurse practitioner.
Oral medication
Tablets can reduce sweating across the body, which helps when several areas are affected or for important events.
- Useful for widespread sweating
- Daily or as-needed options
- Side effects reviewed with you
Prescribed and monitored by your nurse practitioner.
Underlying-cause check
If your sweating could be caused by something else, treating that cause may solve the problem.
- Bloodwork, including thyroid and blood sugar
- Review of your medications
- Hormone and menopause assessment
Part of your covered assessment.
Getting started is simple
Take the assessment
Answer a few quick questions about where and when you sweat. It takes about two minutes.
Meet your provider
We review your history, check for underlying causes and explain your options. This visit is covered by Alberta Health.
Start your plan
Begin prescription treatment, Botox or a combination, with follow-ups to see how well it's working.
Clear about costs from the start
Assessment & consultation
Covered by Alberta Health with a valid Alberta Personal Health Card. No referral needed.
Botox for sweating
Botox is a private-pay treatment. Some extended health plans cover it for hyperhidrosis, so check with your insurer. We'll give you the cost before you decide.
Excessive sweating questions, answered
Is hyperhidrosis treatment covered by Alberta Health?
Do I need a referral?
How long does Botox for sweating last?
Does it hurt?
Will I stop sweating completely?
Could my sweating be caused by something else?
Need help right away? Call 911 for sudden heavy sweating with chest pain, shortness of breath or feeling faint. See a provider soon for night sweats with fever or unexplained weight loss.
Ready to stop sweating the small stuff?
Take the two-minute assessment and we'll let you know which treatments may be right for you.
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