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Excessive Sweating (Axillary-Hyperhidrosis)
Introduction
Axillary Hyperhidrosis (excessive armpit
sweating) is an embarrassing condition that affects 1-2% of
the population. It can now be treated with an extremely effective
muscle relaxant derived from C. Botulinum.
What does Muscle Relaxant Injection treatment for Hyperhidrosis involve?
You should allow an hour for an appointment.
Firstly, a powder is applied to the Axilla (armpit). Then,
a topical Anaesthetic cream is applied for 25 minutes. A series
of tiny superficial injections are then placed into the Axilla,
which take about 10-15 minutes per side. One feels pressure,
but no pain. After the treatment, one can go straight back
to normal activities such as driving or working. There is
no down time. The Muscle Relaxant Injection starts to work within 7-10 days.
Do I need skin test?
No. As Muscle Relaxant Injection therapy is non-animal based, you
do NOT need a skin test prior to its application.
How long does Muscle Relaxant
Injection treatment for Hyperhidrosis
last?
The effects of the treatment last up to 7
months on average but according to a recent study, about 28%
of people had a long-lasting benefit up to 16 months. Therefore
depending on the individual, one may require treatments 1-2
times per year.
What does treatment of Hyperhidrosis with
Muscle Relaxant InjectionTherapy cost?
The cost of Muscle Relaxant Injection treatment for Axillary Hyperhidrosis
is $1350 . At this stage, there is no Medicare rebate for
this procedure however net medical expenses over $1500 per
financial year may be tax-deductible.
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