Hyperhidrosis: Causes, Symptoms and Homeopathic Treatment

Published OnSeptember 20, 2024

Dr Vaseem Choudhary
Homeopathic Treatment for Hyperhidrosis

Homeopathy for Sweating

Hyperhidrosis means excessive sweating, beyond what’s needed for body temperature control. It can affect the palms, feet, armpits, face, or entire body — even in cool weather or without physical activity.

It often leads to:

  • Social embarrassment
  • Wet clothes, smelly feet, or sweaty handshake
  • Skin infections and rashes
  • Anxiety or stress

Causes of Hyperhidosis 

Sweating is the body’s mechanism to cool itself. The Nervous system of the body automatically triggers sweat glands when body temperature rises. Sweating automatically appears on your hands when you are in stress.

  1. Primary hyperhidrosis is caused by faulty nerve signals that triggers eccrine sweat glands to become overactive. Affected area palm , soles, underarms sometimes face
  2. Secondary hyperhidrosis is caused by taking certain medications, pain relievers, hormonal medicines, antidepressants. In secondary hyperhidrosis there is sweating all over the body. 

Conditions that may cause includes

  • Thyroid
  • Some time of cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Menopause 
  • Infections 

What are the symptoms of Hyperhidrosis?

Here are the common signs of hyperhidrosis:

  • Constant wetness on palms or soles
  • Sweat dripping from underarms even at rest
  • Clothes becoming soaked with sweat
  • Social embarrassment due to body odor or wet marks
  • Difficulty handling paper, phones, tools due to wet hands

Complications –

  • Social and emotional breakdown: Having excessive sweating in public and soaked clothes can be embarrassing
  • Infection: More sweating prone to skin infections
  • General Approach: Antidepressants
  • Antiperspirant
  • Creams and wipes which contain glycopyrrolate which helps to hyperhidrosis 
  • Motilium injections- it blocks the nerve and trigger sweat glands.

What are the benefits of Hyperhidrosis Treatment in Homeopathy?

Homoeopathic treatment is highly personalised. Practionacer do not just focused on symptoms of hyperhidrosis but consider patients overall health and its constitution.

Homoeopathy treats the patient as whole, rather than focusing on the disease. Homoeopathic medicines are highly diluated and pure form 

Which are the best Homeopathic Medicine for excessive sweating?

1. Silicea – For Sweating of Hands, Feet, and Head

Silicea is one of the best remedies for sweaty palms, soles, and scalp, especially in shy or nervous individuals. The sweat may be offensive, and the patient may feel chilly despite sweating.

When to Use Silicea:

  • Sweaty hands and feet, especially cold sweat
  • Excessive sweating of scalp during sleep
  • Offensive odor from sweat
  • Nervous, chilly, or anxious personality

How to Use:

  • Silicea 30C, twice daily for active symptoms
  • For chronic cases, Silicea 200C once every 5–7 days under supervision

2. Calcarea Carbonica – For Profuse Head Sweating and Weakness

Calcarea Carb is great for children or adults who sweat heavily from the head during sleep, especially at the back of the head. They tend to gain weight easily, feel cold, and tire quickly.

When to Use Calcarea Carb:

  • Profuse sweating on the scalp (especially in sleep)
  • Sweat stains the pillow
  • Tendency to obesity, weakness, and sluggishness
  • Craving for eggs or indigestible things

How to Use:

  • Calcarea Carb 30C, 1–2 times a day
  • Chronic cases may require 200C potency weekly under a homeopath’s advice

3. Sulphur – For Sweating with Heat and Itching

Sulphur is ideal when sweating is accompanied by a burning sensation, body odor, or skin itching. The patient often feels hot and dislikes bathing.

When to Use Sulphur:

  • Sweating worsens at night
  • Burning or itching skin from sweat
  • Dirty or offensive body odor
  • Strong dislike for water or hygiene

How to Use:

  • Sulphur 30C, once or twice daily
  • For long-term complaints, Sulphur 200C once a week with advice

4. Thuja – For Foul, Sticky Sweat and Body Odor

Thuja helps when sweat is sticky, oily, and offensive, especially in people with low immunity or warts. There may be sweating only on one side of the body.

When to Use Thuja:

  • Sticky, oily sweat
  • Offensive body odor
  • Sweat only on certain parts (one side of body)
  • Person tends to get skin growths or warts

How to Use:

  • Thuja 30C, 1–2 times a day
  • Chronic conditions may benefit from Thuja 200C weekly

5. Psorinum – For Sweating with Weakness and Sensitivity to Cold

Psorinum is useful when the person sweats easily with even slight exertion, and the sweat has a strong, unpleasant smell. These people are often chilly and sensitive to weather changes.

When to Use Psorinum:

  • Profuse foul-smelling sweat
  • Weakness, exhaustion after sweating
  • Sensitive to cold and draft
  • Sweating worsens during sleep

How to Use:

  • Psorinum 30C, once daily
  • In recurring cases: Psorinum 200C once a week under guidance

6. Phosphorus – For Face and Chest Sweating in Nervous Types

Phosphorus suits lean, anxious individuals who sweat mainly from the face, chest, or back. They may feel thirsty, tired, and crave cold drinks.

When to Use Phosphorus:

  • Facial sweating, especially during anxiety
  • Sweating on chest and back
  • Tall, lean, sensitive individuals
  • Nervous exhaustion with heat flushes

How to Use:

  • Phosphorus 30C, 1–2 times daily
  • Phosphorus 200C may be used once a week for chronic conditions

* Note – Above medicines are for knowledge purpose only. Take the medication only after doctor’s consultation. DO NOT SELF MEDICATE

How can Homeopathy help with Hyperhidrosis?

Homeopathy for hyperhidrosis offers a gentle, natural, and lasting solution. It focuses on treating the root cause of the problem rather than just controlling the symptoms.

Homeopathic medicines are:

  • Individualized – Based on the patient’s total health picture
  • Safe – No dependency or side effects
  • Holistic – Improve physical and emotional well-being

Can Hyperhidrosis be permanently cured with Homeopathy?

Yes, in many cases, homeopathy can offer a long-term or even permanent solution.

Unlike conventional treatments that often suppress the symptoms temporarily, homeopathy works from within by:

  • Regulating sweat glands naturally
  • Balancing the nervous system
  • Reducing stress triggers
  • Strengthening overall immunity

FAQs,

Q1: Is hyperhidrosis a serious disease?

  • Not life-threatening, but it can severely affect quality of life and confidence. Treating it early improves both physical and emotional health.

Q2: Can I take homeopathy with other medicines?

  • Yes, homeopathy works well with other treatments. It does not interfere with allopathic or ayurvedic medicines.

Q3: Are there any food restrictions during homeopathic treatment?

  • Avoid strong flavors like coffee, mint, and raw onion near medication time. Discuss with your homeopath for a full list.

Q4: Can homeopathy help hormonal causes of hyperhidrosis?

  • Yes. Medicines like Calcarea Carb, Lachesis, and Sepia help regulate hormonal imbalances, especially in menopausal or adolescent patients.

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