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Sweating problem!
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Sweating problem!
by Kristine__0, May 30, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Kristine on May 30, 1999 at 16:07:54
Hello, it's me again, Kristine a 26 (almost 27) mother of two children. Within the past year I have noticed that I am not able to wear solid color tops due to the fact that I sweat under my arms so bad that you can see it very easily when wearing certain shirts. I am overweight (approx 50 -60 lbs) but I have been overweight for years and this problem has just surfaced within the last year. I notice it is worse on the right side, but both are noticeable. What should I do!?!? What causes this? I am starting into a Nursing program this coming fall and the thoughts of possible having to wear solid colored scrubs is FRIGHTENING! I do have a history of anxiety problems, but that was way before this started happening. Please advise...thank you very much. BTW, I am currently taking 10 mg of Paxil daily. Kristine d:O)
Posted by CCF CARDIO MD - MTR on May 31, 1999 at 22:01:12
Dear Kristine, thank you for your question. It's good to hear from you again. I can't think of any cause for increased sweating in the armpits other than heightened anxiety which is known to cause sweating. I'm sorry for being vague, but I'm unable to find a cause of your problem after searching a few medical books. Thus, I suggest that you visit your physician for this problem.
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