6733 8810 
Sweaty Palms and Armpits
Dr Christopher Ng
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
MBBS (Imperial College, UK), MMed (O&G) (S’pore), FRANZCOG (Aust-NZ), FAMS (O&G) (S’pore)
Sweaty Palms and Armpits
Sweaty palms or Palmar Hyperhidrosis is the physical condition in which undesirable, excessive hand sweating happens. Armpit Hyperhidrosis refers to excessive sweating of the armpits. These conditions may lead to feelings of anxiety and depression, social embarrassment and hinder one’s professional ability to carry out certain jobs (for example difficulty in handling paper, tools, electronic equipment, as well as avoiding handshakes).
Sweaty palms may be the result of various factors. Primary hyperhidrosis – the most common form of hyperhidrosis – occurs when the nerves stimulating your sweat glands become overactive. The problem becomes worse with stress and nervousness.
Sometimes, excessive sweating may be due to a certain medical condition. These conditions include:
- Diabetes
- Menopause hot flashes
- Thyroid problems
- Low blood sugar
- Heart attack
- Nervous system disorders
- Infections
Sweaty Palms and Armpits Treatment
When your armpit or palmar hyperhidrosis condition cannot be managed successfully with topical agents like antiperspirants, we recommend that you seek professional treatment. There are temporary solutions and permanent surgical solutions. The most common treatment method is injecting purified protein derived from the Clostridium botulinum bacteria.
These injections, administered in tiny therapeutic doses, can treat severe sweating affecting the palms and armpits. They stop the release of a chemical messenger, and this temporarily blocks nerve transmissions in the skin which stimulate sweating. This is a popular treatment which is well-tolerated by most people, with effects generally lasting around 6 months for palmer and 4 to 14 months for armpit hyperhidrosis.
Aesthetic Services We Provide
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Dr Christopher Ng
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist in Singapore
Qualifications & Credentials
- Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (Imperial College, UK)
- Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (Singapore)
- Fellow of the Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
- Fellow of the Academy of Medicine, Singapore (Obstetrics & Gynaecology)
Dr Christopher Ng is a dedicated obstetrician and gynaecologist with over two decades of experience. Having been educated and trained in Singapore, the UK and the US, Dr Ng brings with him a wealth of experience and medical knowledge that puts his patient’s wellbeing to the fore.
Dr Ng also complements his practice with aesthetics and has obtained Certificates of Competence in all aesthetic procedures recognised by the Singapore Medical Council Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee.
With over 30 years of dedicated service in the field of women’s health and rejuvenation, Dr Ng remains steadfast in his commitment to provide compassionate, personalised and effective care to all his patients.
Dr Christopher Ng is a dedicated obstetrician and gynaecologist with over two decades of experience. Having been educated and trained in Singapore, the UK and the US, Dr Ng brings with him a wealth of experience and medical knowledge that puts his patient’s wellbeing to the fore.
Dr Ng also complements his practice with aesthetics and has obtained Certificates of Competence in all aesthetic procedures recognised by the Singapore Medical Council Aesthetic Practice Oversight Committee.
With over 30 years of dedicated service in the field of women’s health and rejuvenation, Dr Ng remains steadfast in his commitment to provide compassionate, personalised and effective care to all his patients.
1 Orchard Boulevard, #04-03A Camden Medical Centre, Singapore 248649
Phone:+65 6733 8810
Fax:+65 6733 8850
After Office:+65 6535 8833
Email:gynaemd@singnet.com.sg
Mon - Friday:0900h to 1730h
Saturday:0900h to 1300h
Lunch Break:1300h to 1400h
Closed on Public Holiday and Sunday