Hyperhidrosis: Causes, Treatments & Surgery

What causes excessively sweaty hands, and when does it become more than just normal sweating? In this episode of Live Well with UCI Health, host Gina Grad sits down with cardiothoracic surgeon Ali Mahtabifard to discuss hyperhidrosis, a common but often underdiagnosed condition that causes excessive sweating of the hands, feet, and underarms. Learn how hyperhidrosis affects daily life, relationships, school, careers, and confidence, plus the latest treatment options ranging from prescription antiperspirants and iontophoresis to Botox and minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Mahtabifard explains who is a candidate for surgery, how the procedure works, the potential risks, and why it can be transformative for patients suffering from severe palmar hyperhidrosis. CHAPTERS: 00:00 Introduction to Hyperhidrosis 00:40 What Excessive Sweating Really Looks Like 02:30 Why Hyperhidrosis Is Often Underdiagnosed 04:25 What Causes Hyperhidrosis? 05:25 Non-Surgical Treatment Options 07:45 Botox, Iontophoresis & Other Therapies 09:35 The Emotional Impact of Hyperhidrosis 11:40 How Doctors Diagnose Severe Cases 13:40 Inside the Hyperhidrosis Surgery 15:20 Risks and Compensatory Sweating Explained 20:05 Who Is the Right Candidate for Surgery? 25:10 Life After Treatment and Final Takeaways #Hyperhidrosis #ExcessiveSweating #PalmarHyperhidrosis #ThoracicSurgery #UCIHealth #HealthPodcast #MedicalInterview STAY CONNECTED!!! ► Listen Live: https://alt987fm.iheart.com/listen ► Facebook:   / alt987fm   ► Twitter:   / alt987fm   ► Instagram:   / alt987fm   #iHeartRadio