Understanding Underarm Hyperhidrosis: Surgery, Botox, and Costs Explained
Axillary hyperhidrosis? If I undergo axillary sweat gland removal, will the amount of sweating under my arms decrease? What kind of surgery can the doctor perform to ensure there won't be compensatory sweating? How long can I expect to be sweat-free after receiving Botox inj...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Axillary hyperhidrosis is not the same as palmar hyperhidrosis, and a procedure such as axillary sweat gland excision can indeed reduce sweat production. Compensatory sweating typically occurs after a sympathectomy. The cost for sweat gland excision is approximately NT$20,000, wh...[Read More] Understanding Underarm Hyperhidrosis: Surgery, Botox, and Costs Explained
Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Surgery, Botox, and Costs Explained
Question Will removing the apocrine glands in the armpits reduce the amount of sweating? What type of surgery can ensure there is no compensatory sweating? Can botulinum toxin be used to treat axillary hyperhidrosis? How is the cost calculated? Please help me with these questions...
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
Axillary hyperhidrosis is not the same as palmar hyperhidrosis, and a major sweat gland excision can reduce sweat production. Compensatory sweating occurs only after sympathetic ganglionectomy. The cost for gland excision is approximately NT$20,000. Botulinum toxin injections can...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Surgery, Botox, and Costs Explained
Understanding Axillary Sweat Gland Surgery: FAQs and Costs
Sweat gland surgery 1. Do you perform axillary surgery under anesthesia? I tend to sweat a lot from my armpits and would like to undergo a procedure for axillary sweat gland removal. 2. Does your department perform this type of surgery? 3. If I have the axillary sweat glands ...
Dr. Qiu Yushu Reply:
Hello! This is outside the scope of neurosurgery; please consult with the orthopedic department. Best regards, Dr. Yu-Shu Chiu.[Read More] Understanding Axillary Sweat Gland Surgery: FAQs and Costs
Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Neurosurgery vs. Plastic Surgery Approaches
Axillary hyperhidrosis Hello, Doctor: In the department introductions of some hospitals, I see that both neurosurgery and plastic surgery list the treatment of "hyperhidrosis" (axillary sweating). Are the approaches of neurosurgery and plastic surgery the same? Is surgi...
Dr. Zhang Yuanyi Reply:
Dear Ah Xiang, Hello. The approaches of neurosurgery and plastic surgery are different. Neurosurgery involves endoscopic sympathectomy through the thoracic cavity, primarily targeting palmar hyperhidrosis. The success rate for controlling axillary sweating is lower than that for...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Neurosurgery vs. Plastic Surgery Approaches
Understanding Painful Lumps in the Armpit: Causes and Concerns
Inquire about the medical condition? There are small lumps in the armpit, one of which is about 2 centimeters in size and is painful. What could it be? Thank you!
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhen: Generally, due to the presence of axillary hair, there is a higher distribution of hair follicles in the armpit area, and correspondingly, there are more sebaceous glands at the base of these follicles. Since sweat often accumulates in the armpits, the likelihoo...[Read More] Understanding Painful Lumps in the Armpit: Causes and Concerns
Cost and Availability of Minimally Invasive Surgery for Body Odor
Axillary hyperhidrosis surgery I would like to ask if the cost of minimally invasive surgery for axillary odor is very expensive now? Do hospitals perform this type of surgery?
Dr. Lu Daokuan Reply:
The minimally invasive surgery for axillary odor involves the use of an endoscope and an electric shaver, with a cost of approximately 25,000 NTD. Our hospital performs this procedure.[Read More] Cost and Availability of Minimally Invasive Surgery for Body Odor
Post-Surgery Care: Understanding Cyst Removal Recovery and Symptoms
After the removal of a sebaceous cyst..? I have a large sebaceous cyst under my armpit, which became inflamed and swollen earlier, so I had it surgically removed last week. The wound is currently healing, with no bleeding and it feels dry, but I noticed that the wound is quite de...
Dr. Lin Kecheng Reply:
After the surgical removal of an axillary sebaceous cyst, it is common for patients to experience bruising or even the formation of blood clots. Your situation is similar to that of most patients and is considered normal. The bruising typically resolves gradually over two weeks; ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Care: Understanding Cyst Removal Recovery and Symptoms
Can Sympathetic Nerve Ablation Be Reversed? Solutions for Compensatory Sweating
Can the sympathetic nerve recover after ablation? Hello Dr. Ding: Due to my concern with axillary bromhidrosis, I am considering treating my palmar hyperhidrosis to alleviate the sweating symptoms under my arms. My palmar hyperhidrosis is quite mild, but since the treatment for b...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello: It may not be possible to recover, but medication might be able to address your issue. Sincerely, Dr. Ding Hsien-Wei, Neurosurgery.[Read More] Can Sympathetic Nerve Ablation Be Reversed? Solutions for Compensatory Sweating
Understanding Accessory Breast Surgery: Costs, Risks, and Recovery
Accessory breast surgery Dear Doctor: Is the surgical removal of congenital supernumerary nipples (small spots with skin color resembling nipples) covered by insurance or is it out-of-pocket? After the removal of supernumerary nipples, will they reappear, or is it a permanent sol...
Dr. Lai Jihong Reply:
Humans, like other mammals, typically have an even number of mammary glands. Generally, humans have two mammary glands; however, some individuals may retain remnants of mammary tissue in other areas, which we commonly refer to as accessory breasts. Accessory breasts usually devel...[Read More] Understanding Accessory Breast Surgery: Costs, Risks, and Recovery
Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Is Hospitalization Required for Endoscopic Surgery?
Axillary hyperhidrosis? Hello, doctor: I would like to ask if treatment for axillary hyperhidrosis with endoscopic surgery requires hospitalization. How long is the recovery time?
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello: If endoscopic surgery is performed, at least one night of hospitalization is required due to the need for general anesthesia. Recovery time varies from person to person, but generally, one should avoid lifting heavy objects and engaging in strenuous activities for about a ...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis: Is Hospitalization Required for Endoscopic Surgery?
Understanding Armpit Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Axillary lump Hello: Around June of last year, I noticed a lump about the size of a BB pellet in my left armpit. I had squeezed it before, and it didn't swell up, but by April or May of this year, it had grown to about the size of a marble. It is red, swollen, itchy, and pai...
Dr. Lai Jihong Reply:
The axillary tumor you mentioned has increased in size from that of a BB pellet last year to that of a marble this year, and it appears red, swollen, and painful, which suggests signs of infection. Based on your description, it is likely a tumor, and it could very well be a subcu...[Read More] Understanding Armpit Lumps: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Breast Fibromas: Concerns, Surgery, and Dietary Impact
Breast fibroadenoma Hello Dr. Wang. At the end of last month, I discovered a tumor in my chest that had been present for about four months. Following a friend's suggestion, I decided to undergo surgery. During the process, the doctor performed a physical examination and, aft...
Dr. Wang Zhitang Reply:
Hello Mei Mei: Based on your letter, it appears that the tumor in your breast has been removed. The pre-operative breast ultrasound, mammography, and MRI are imaging studies that can indicate whether a tumor is likely benign or malignant, but they cannot definitively determine th...[Read More] Understanding Breast Fibromas: Concerns, Surgery, and Dietary Impact
Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis After Sympathectomy: Treatment Options
Hyperhidrosis Hello, Doctor. Eight years ago, I underwent endoscopic sympathetic nerve surgery to treat palmar hyperhidrosis. At that time, I did not inform the physician that I also experienced sweating in my armpits. To this day, my axillary hyperhidrosis remains severe, and it...
Dr. Ding Xianwei Reply:
Hello: I would suggest that you undergo axillary gland excision (surgery for axillary osmidrosis), but you are not suitable for endoscopic surgery anymore, as patients who have undergone previous surgeries may experience adhesions in the lungs, which increases the difficulty of t...[Read More] Understanding Axillary Hyperhidrosis After Sympathectomy: Treatment Options
Effective Treatments for Axillary Odor: Costs and Options Explained
Treatment of axillary odor (body odor) What is the most effective treatment method for body odor (axillary osmidrosis)? What are the costs at your hospital?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
The cause of body odor, specifically axillary odor, is due to the metabolic byproducts of secretions from the apocrine glands being broken down by bacteria. Therefore, if the apocrine glands can be excised or scraped away, the odor can be eliminated. The effectiveness of the proc...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Axillary Odor: Costs and Options Explained
Understanding Hyperhidrosis: Treatment Options and Surgical Insights
Some issues related to hyperhidrosis? Hello, Doctor! I am someone who suffers from palmar hyperhidrosis. I have come across some questions raised by others online that are very similar to my situation, but they remain unanswered. I would like to know the answers to these question...
Dr. Xiao Furen Reply:
1. The best results are typically achieved with T2 + T3, but compensatory sweating may be more severe. Some say that performing only T2 or T3 + T4 may result in less compensatory sweating, although I have also seen cases where T3 + T4 was performed and there was still palmar swea...[Read More] Understanding Hyperhidrosis: Treatment Options and Surgical Insights
Unusual Sweating Phenomenon After Hand Sweat Surgery: A Case Study
The Strange Phenomenon of Hand Sweat Surgery Hello, doctor! I underwent surgery for axillary hyperhidrosis six years ago. For the first two years post-surgery, I did not sweat at all above my neck and down to my palms, and my condition was good. Starting from the third year, I no...
Dr. Xiao Furen Reply:
This phenomenon is called gustatory sweating. It has been suggested that it occurs because the parasympathetic (vagal) nerves have grown into the severed sympathetic nerves. According to a recent report from Hong Kong, about one-third of patients with palmar hyperhidrosis experie...[Read More] Unusual Sweating Phenomenon After Hand Sweat Surgery: A Case Study
Understanding Body Odor: What is Axillary Odor and How to Identify It
Bromhidrosis Axillary odor, commonly known as body odor or bromhidrosis, is typically described as a strong, unpleasant smell that can be likened to a combination of sour, musty, or pungent scents. It is primarily caused by the breakdown of sweat by bacteria on the skin. To det...
Dr. Lin Hongmao Reply:
The presence of an unusual odor, even after showering, indicates the presence of body odor, particularly exacerbated during sweating and in hot, humid weather.[Read More] Understanding Body Odor: What is Axillary Odor and How to Identify It
Understanding Unusual Bowel Odor: Causes and Solutions
The odor of feces continues? Hello, Dr. Lin: I have been experiencing this for a week now, and it never happened before. I haven't been passing gas, yet my body still has a fecal odor that seems to be getting worse each day. Even when I don't want to have a bowel moveme...
Dr. Lin Hongmao Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu, Regarding your questions, this is the first time I have encountered such issues, but we can discuss them in several parts: 1. Concerning whether there is a problem with the colon, you can schedule an examination at an outpatient clinic. If there are no anatomical ...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Bowel Odor: Causes and Solutions
Can Surgery Eliminate Severe Body Odor? Exploring Treatment Options
Bromhidrosis If the body odor is severe, will surgery completely eliminate the smell? And if the body odor is not very severe, can it be treated with medication?
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
If the surgery successfully removes the apocrine glands, the odor will be eliminated by over 90%. Currently, there is no effective medication developed to treat axillary hyperhidrosis, but if the condition is not severe, it is advisable to keep the area dry or use antiperspirants...[Read More] Can Surgery Eliminate Severe Body Odor? Exploring Treatment Options
Can Hyperhidrosis and Bromhidrosis Be Treated Together? Expert Insights
Hyperhidrosis Dear Doctor: I have hyperhidrosis and bromhidrosis. Can both conditions be treated simultaneously, and which specialty should I consult? What would be the approximate total cost? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Luo Qihua Reply:
To permanently cure axillary odor, one can undergo excision or curettage of the apocrine glands (sweat glands), which requires consultation with a plastic surgeon and costs approximately $20,000 to $35,000. For the treatment of palmar hyperhidrosis, thoracoscopic sympathectomy ca...[Read More] Can Hyperhidrosis and Bromhidrosis Be Treated Together? Expert Insights