Continuing Improvements:

Diagram: Sympathetic Nerve Diagram.

Another statistical improvement that was noted after the sympathectomy being done at the level T3 to T4 is the improvement with regard to heart rate. Previously when the T2 level was done Dr. Reisfeld used to not recommend this operation for patients who were engaged in heavy athletic activity such as competitive tri athletes etc. What we found was that after performing on level T3 to T4 there was less influence on heart rate reduction and patients were still able to raise their heart rate to around 160 beats per minute. Gustatory sweating which was more common after performing the T2 sympathectomy became quite rare after performing the T3-T4 sympathectomy. Again Dr. Reisfeld believes that a major breakthrough may arrive once genetic manipulation is a common treatment modality.

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Dr. Reisfeld has authored several studies on the topic of hyperhidrosis in medical journals, reviewed by other experts in the field, and has been interviewed by several TV programs (CBS, FOX, 48 Hours, Life Moments). In addition, Dr. Reisfeld has contributed material in many publications (Newsweek, Heart & Soul). Dr. Reisfeld has exceedingly improved upon the clamping method by creating an even safer and more effective surgical procedure to treat this ailment. Learn more about Doctor Reisfeld's Hyperhidrosis research.

Hyperhidrosis and Genetics:
With regard to the cause of hyperhidrosis, a definite answer cannot be given. There seems to be a genetic correlation with hyperhidrosis. In Dr. Reisfeld's extensive studies, he found that 50% of his patients have some sort of genetic pattern. Another study showed an even higher percentage of genetic origin to this problem. Dr. Reisfeld, and other researchers around the globe, are constantly making progress in this field of medicine.

Asian Study
In a recent Asian study they were able to locate the exact location on the gene that is responsible for excessive hand sweating. The exact practical value of that finding is yet to be determined and it will be quite a long time before a genetic solution to the problem could be found.

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Improved Surgical Methods for Hyperhidrosis:
Over the last few years new methods have been developed to treat different types of hyperhidrosis (Excessive Sweating).

Throughout the average day, our bodies naturally perspire as a way to regulate heat. In some people, natural perspiration is excessive in the face, hands and feet affecting as much as 1-2% of the population. This condition is known medically as hyperhidrosis (sometimes misspelled as hyperhydrosis) which is defined as the production of perspiration beyond what is necessary to cool the body.

The process of sweating is controlled by the sympathetic nervous system. This involuntary nervous system maintains the five million or so sweat glands throughout the body. In fact, about two-thirds of our body's sweat glands are located in the hands alone. The answer to the problem of hyperhidrosis lies within these nerves. Doctors have found that "supercharged" nerves cause excessive sweating. To learn answers to a long list of common questions please visit our Frequently asked hyperhidrosis questions section.

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