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Hyperhidrosis Disorder (Exces... : Causes

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Causes List

Causes could include:
  • increased secretion of the Eccrine Glands

Causes Overview Articles

Hyperhidrosis
In most cases, it is perfectly natural. People sweat more in warm temperatures, when they exercise, or in response to situations that make them nervous, angry, embarrassed, or afraid.However, excessive sweating occurs without such triggers.
Source:ADAM
Date:May 18, 2007
Hyperhidrosis
Conditions or situations that can trigger hyperhidrosis are varied. They include stressful situations, eating spicy foods, consuming alcohol, the presence of underlying disorders(e.g. tuberculosis, malaria, lymphoma, and diabetes), menopause, horm...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Hyperhidrosis
The exact cause of hyperhidrosis is as of 2004 unknown. Excessive sweating in the affected area is caused by overactivity of the nerves linked to the sweat glands.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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