FAQs

Does Injection Therapy Treatment Suit Both General and Focal Hyperhidrosis? Injection therapy is most commonly used for focal hyperhidrosis. It may be used for general hyperhidrosis however you should first consult your medical practitioner as injection therapy may not be required if the underlying medication condition is able to be treated.

Our doctor will conduct an assessment and depending on your suitability, this may include the provision of injection therapy at the time of the initial consultation, or on a subsequent visit.

The injection therapy blocks chemical changes in nerve endings. Normally the brain sends messages to the sweat glands, via nerves, to make them produce sweat. These messages are transmitted from the nerve to the sweat gland via a chemical messenger called acetylcholine. (1) The injection therapy temporarily blocks the nerve’s ability to release acetylcholine therefore the gland does not receive the messages to produce sweat.

The most common side effects observed in the treatment of severe primary Axillary Hyperhidrosis are pain at injection sites, mild bruising and swelling. Much less common possible effects relate to increased sweating in areas other than the underarms (4%), as well as temporary arm weakness (0.7%), and flu-like symptoms.

You may experience some mild tenderness and bruising at the injection sites for a few days after the procedure. Most people do not require any pain medications for this, and the symptoms resolve on their own. Most patients notice that sweating is reduced within 3-7 days with beneficial effects usually lasting 4-6 months.

Please refer to our information above.

No, injection therapy will not cure your sweating. Results however show that treatment with the injections can significantly reduce sweating within one week of administration. The duration of effect varies from person to person however studies have shown treatment to be effective usually up to 4-6 months. After this period, you may require retreatment.

Only a neurologist, dermatologist or paediatrician who has undergone extra training, and is accredited in the provision of injection therapy for severe focal axillary hyperhidrosis, is able to administer the therapy AND access both Medicare and PBS benefits.

Yes, in fact at DrySpell, a Medicare rebate is available for both the consultation and in the case of severe axillary hyperhidrosis the injection procedure as well.

In the case of severe axillary hyperhidrosis, the PBS completely reimburses the cost of the medication (not including consultation & treatment costs), if appropriate criteria have been met. Unfortunately, at this point in time the other areas of sweating are not covered.

Unfortunately, at this point in time the other areas of sweating are not covered under Medicare and the PBS. Whilst other areas can be affected by excessive sweating, we currently therefore, do not offer these treatment options to these sites.

Either complete the online enquiry form, give us a call on (07) 3831 1611 or send us an email to enquiry@dryspell.com.au and we discuss further. You will, however, require a referral from your GP (or another medical practitioner) to access the Medicare rebates available.