Hyperhidrosis Treatments (Excessive Sweating)
Specialist care for Hyperhidrosis and generalised sweating disorders
Treatment Options
Your treatment plan is tailored to the location and severity of your condition, using a single therapy or a combination of methods. Our specialists use four main types of treatments outlined below.
Anti-Sweat Injections
High-Strength Antiperspirants
Prescription Lotions
Oral Tablets
Sweating Disorders We Treat
At Heidelberg Dermatology in North East Melbourne, our specialists use these distinct medical protocols to manage both localised and widespread sweating concerns.
Excessive Underarm Sweating (Axillary Hyperhidrosis)
Generalised Sweating Disorders
Sweaty Hands & Feet (Palmar & Plantar Hyperhidrosis)
Facial & Scalp Sweating
Benefits of Hyperhidrosis Treatment
Targeted Sweat Reduction
Medical treatments act directly on the sweat glands in the chosen area, leaving the rest of the body’s natural cooling cycle to function normally.
Medicare Subsidy
As severe hyperhidrosis is classified as a medical condition and not a cosmetic concern, specific injection treatments for underarm sweating qualify for Medicare rebates when clinical criteria are met.
Short Recovery
Non-surgical options like anti-sweat injections take only a few minutes to perform and have short recovery timeframes, for an almost immediate return to work or daily activities.
Longer-Lasting Relief
Clinical interventions can provide stable, more predictable dryness that lasts between 3-6 months, reducing daily stress of managing sweat.
Specialist Dermatology in North East Melbourne
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BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENTFrequently Asked Questions on Hyperhidrosis
Medicare rebates apply to anti-sweat injections for the underarms if your sweating severely impacts your daily life and you have already tried a high-strength 20% aluminium chloride antiperspirant without relief. Your Heidelberg dermatologist will verify your eligibility during your clinical assessment.
Primary hyperhidrosis is the most common form of excessive sweating. It usually begins during childhood or adolescence, often runs in families, and typically affects specific areas such as the underarms, hands, feet or face.
Secondary hyperhidrosis is caused by an underlying medical condition or as a side effect of certain medications. It may affect larger areas of the body and often develops later in life. Identifying and treating the underlying cause is an important part of management.
Yes. Anti-sweat injections are generally well tolerated. An ultra-fine needle is used to place the medication just beneath the skin, where it temporarily blocks the nerve signals that activate the sweat glands. Most patients experience only mild discomfort during treatment, and side effects are typically mild and temporary.
Yes, for areas like the face, neck or localised body zones, our specialist dermatologists can prescribe compounded lotions (such as glycopyrrolate formulations prepared custom-made by a pharmacy). These are applied in the evening to help regulate sweat production.