Botox in the armpits/hands to prevent sweating? Has anyone experience with that that they want to share?
Hello everyone!
Even since before I was diagnosed, all my life, I had really bad struggles and problems with heat and warm weather. I sweat obnoxiously much even in winter and while its cold outside, without even doing any physical activity. It's exhausting. I have a bit sweaty hands, but that's something I can handle. My real problem is my armpits; I sweat HEAVILY there. It doesn't smell because I use a good deodorant, but the stains are still extremely visible and large, and its embarassing. The moisture remains, even though the sweat has already 'dried', which is just very, very uncomfortable.
Recently, I've been looking into using botox to prevent the sweating. I've heard that it closes the sweat glands for some time. I've watched videos and googled around, and everyone speaks positive about it, but I wanted to get some more opinions here.
How expensive is that? Does the health insurance company bear the cost/a part of the cost of the treatment(s), because it is a health issue? I live in Germany. How often would I need to refresh the botox? Once a year? 2× a year, every six months? More often? How painful is the treatment & what does it feel like?
Is it really as helpful as the people in the videos say?
Where could I even get that done? In the hospital, a beauty clinic,...? Does anyone know reputable doctors in Germany that do that? Maybe even has recommendations? What do I have to look for in a good, safe & reputable doctor? Whats important to know beforehand/maybe even before the first treatment? Do I have to wait to be 18 for the treatment since I'd use botox, or can I get that done underage? I turn 17 next month.
I'd be really thankful for everyone that shares their experiences with me, and gives me some input!:)