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Causes & Treatment of Palmar Hyperhidrosis – Sweaty Palms/Hands

Written by Dr. Greg in December 16th, 2008   Under: Current Health Articles, Neurological Diseases, Skin, Hair, Nails   Tags: , , , , ,    

What is Palmar Hyperhidrosis?

Sweaty palms, medical term palmar hyperhidrosis, refers to profuse perspiration (excessive sweating) of the palms. Palmar hyperhidrosis is one form of focal hyperhidrosis, meaning profuse perspiration affecting one area of the body. Sweaty palms may be accompanied by profuse perspiration of the feet, forehead, ckeeks, armpits (axillae) or be part of general hyperhidrosis (profuse perspiration throughout the body). Hyperhidrosis refers to profuse perspiration beyond the body’s thermoregulatory (temperature control) needs. A Greek term for hyperhidrosis is diaphoresis.


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Excessive Belching/Burping & Bloating – Causes and Treatment

Written by Dr. Greg in November 17th, 2008   Under: Current Health Articles, Gastro-Intestinal Diseases, Nutrition   Tags: , , , , ,    

Causes of Belching and Bloating

Belching is the expulsion of gas from the gut through the mouth (eructations). Bloating may occur due to gas trapped within the gastrointestinal tract and this is often relieved upon belching.

Belching and bloating may be due to food, eating habits, or disorders in the stomach, small intestine or gallbladder. Bloating and gas may not always be expelled or relieved by a belch and other factors and conditions should be considered in cases of excessive bloating and gas.


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