Which department should I visit for excessive underarm sweating?
Mar 18, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Feng
Introduction
For patients experiencing excessive underarm sweating, it is recommended to consult the general surgery department at a reputable medical institution. This condition may be accompanied by a distinctive underarm odor, commonly referred to as bromhidrosis. In such cases, patients should consider surgical removal of the axillary sweat glands in the general surgery department. Following appropriate surgical intervention, symptoms of excessive underarm sweating and pronounced body odor typically resolve.
Excessive underarm sweating is a common phenomenon—especially during summer—often resulting in large, damp patches on clothing. Not only does this affect one’s appearance, but it may also produce a strong, sour odor, causing significant embarrassment and undermining self-confidence. So, which medical specialty should you consult for excessive underarm sweating? Below, we address this question.
Which Department Should You Visit for Excessive Underarm Sweating?
Patients experiencing excessive underarm sweating are advised to seek evaluation at the General Surgery Department of a reputable medical institution. Additionally, some patients with excessive underarm sweating may also develop a distinctive odor in the axillary region—a condition commonly referred to as “axillary osmidrosis” (or “bromhidrosis”). In such cases, surgical removal of the axillary sweat glands in the General Surgery Department may be recommended. Following appropriate surgical intervention, symptoms—including excessive sweating and pronounced odor—typically resolve successfully.
After surgery, patients should take special care during the first postoperative week: use a dry towel to gently pack the axillary area to prevent non-union or delayed healing due to separation between skin and underlying tissues. Moreover, if localized ecchymosis (bruising) or skin darkening occurs, topical application of epidermal growth factor (EGF) gel may be beneficial to promote local wound healing.
The above outlines which department to consult for excessive underarm sweating. We hope this information is helpful to you.
