Hyperhidrosis Disorder (Exces... : Causes

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Causes could include:
Sweating helps the body stay cool. 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 ...
Source:ADAM
Date:May 18, 2007
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. Specifically, acetylcholine, a chemical in the body that transmits nerve signals, i...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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, hor...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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