Excessive sweating · Richmond
Excessive sweating
Sweating more than your body needs, known as hyperhidrosis, can affect your clothes, your confidence and your day. It is a recognised medical condition, and it starts with a proper medical consultation.
About hyperhidrosis
More than everyday sweating
Primary hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating that is not caused by heat or exercise. It most often affects the underarms, and can also affect the hands and feet. It often starts in the teens or early adulthood and can run in families.
Many people have already tried clinical-strength antiperspirants. At your consultation we talk through your history, how sweating affects your daily life and which options may suit you. If another condition could be causing your sweating, we will recommend you see your GP first.
Common signs
Is this you?
If several of these sound familiar, a consultation is a good place to start.
Visible sweat marks
Sweat showing through clothes even on cool days.
Changing clothes
Needing to change shirts during the day or avoiding certain colours.
Antiperspirants
Clinical-strength products have not been enough.
Social impact
Avoiding hugs, handshakes or raising your arms.
Work and exercise
Sweating that gets in the way of work, training or events.
Family history
Other family members with the same concern.
Your appointment
What to expect
Excessive sweating is assessed at a medical consultation. If treatment is suitable and you choose to go ahead, this is how it usually works.
- First
Consultation
Your concerns, medical history and goals, and a careful in-person assessment.
- Then
Your plan
Options explained plainly, including risks, recovery and costs, with time to decide.
- Next
Treatment
If suitable and you choose to proceed, treatment is carried out by our Registered Nurse.
- After
Review
We check in after your appointment and book a review to see how you have settled.
Safety
Risks and recovery
All injectable treatments carry risks. Common short-term effects include tenderness, redness, swelling and small bruises at the injection sites.
Less common risks include infection, allergic reaction and a temporary increase in sweating in other areas. We explain the risks that apply to you and give you written aftercare.
- Please avoid deodorant, shaving and heavy exercise for the time we advise after treatment.
- Tell us about any medications, medical conditions, pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Other concerns
You might also be thinking about
Questions
Frequently asked
Which areas can be treated?
Underarm sweating is the most common concern. Other areas are assessed at your consultation.
Do I need a referral?
No referral is needed. If we think another condition may be causing your sweating, we will recommend you see your GP.
How long does it take?
Allow one hour for your first visit, including your medical consultation.
How long does it last?
Effects are temporary and vary between people. We will talk through what to expect and when to review.
How much does it cost?
Pricing is discussed at your consultation, once we understand what is suitable for you.
Who will treat me?
All consultations and treatments are carried out by Dina Ibrahim, a Registered Nurse, with prescriptions provided by an authorised prescriber where required.
Your practitioner
Dina Ibrahim, Registered Nurse
Dina is the founder of Élevé and leads every consultation at the clinic, bringing a nurse's training in assessment, safety and aftercare to each appointment.
- Ahpra
- Clinic
- 45A Bridge Road, Richmond VIC 3121
Treatments that need a prescription are only provided after an individual consultation and assessment by an authorised prescriber, under appropriate medical governance.
Nurse-led skin and facial care · 45A Bridge Road, Richmond
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All cosmetic medical treatments at this clinic are carried out under appropriate medical governance and in compliance with Australian regulatory requirements. All registered nurses work in collaboration with qualified medical practitioners or nurse practitioners who provide prescribing, oversight and clinical support.
Every patient receives an individualised consultation and prescription from an authorised prescriber prior to treatment. Medications are administered in accordance with the relevant state and national regulations, ensuring the highest standard of patient safety and ethical care.
All cosmetic procedures carry risks. Individual results vary. A consultation with a registered health practitioner is required to assess whether any treatment is suitable for you. Services are available to clients aged 18 and over.