Manage excessive sweating
Consultation for excessive underarm sweating
Sweating is a normal bodily function, but excessive underarm sweating can affect everyday comfort. We offer a face-to-face consultation to discuss your symptoms and assess suitable management options.
Understanding your symptoms
We discuss when the sweating started, how often it occurs, how it affects you and what you have already tried. We also review your medical history and medications to consider whether further medical assessment is needed.
Exploring your options
Depending on your assessment, advice may include antiperspirants, practical measures or referral to your GP. Other options may be discussed where clinically appropriate.
If a prescription treatment is considered, a face-to-face assessment with an authorised prescriber is required. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription or treatment.
When to contact your GP first
Please contact your GP if sweating is new or unexplained, affects your whole body, occurs at night, or accompanies symptoms such as fever or unintended weight loss.
Making an informed decision
Where treatment is suitable, we explain its potential benefits, limitations, risks, aftercare and costs before you decide whether to proceed. You can take time to consider your options without pressure.