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Hyperhidrosis: The Untold Story of Hidden Sweat
Blog January 19, 2025

Hyperhidrosis: The Untold Story of Hidden Sweat

Dr. Yeonseung Choe
Dr. Yeonseung Choe
Chief Director

Hello everyone, today I'd like to talk about 'hyperhidrosis', a condition that causes discomfort in our daily lives and sometimes even erodes our self-confidence. Hyperhidrosis refers to a state of excessive sweating even in normal situations. It particularly manifests on the palms, soles of the feet, and armpits.

"When I first felt that sweat, I thought, 'Why is this happening?'"

Many people, when they first experience symptoms of hyperhidrosis, might be flustered, thinking, 'Why am I sweating so much even in this situation?' That sweat makes us uncomfortable during important meetings, dates, and even in everyday life.

"Hyperhidrosis: What are its causes?"

The causes of hyperhidrosis are diverse. Genetic factors, hormonal changes, stress, certain medications, or underlying medical conditions can play a role. However, it sometimes occurs without a clear cause, making it even more challenging to manage.

"Hyperhidrosis from a Traditional Korean Medicine Perspective"

In Traditional Korean Medicine, when looking at hyperhidrosis, the balance of the body's 'Qi (氣)', 'Blood (血)', 'Yin (陰)', and 'Yang (陽)' is considered important. Specifically, symptoms of hyperhidrosis may appear when the body's internal heat rises excessively or when there are problems with Qi circulation.

"How is treatment performed?"

Traditional Korean medical treatment for hyperhidrosis focuses on restoring the body's balance. Herbal medicine is used to regulate internal heat and improve Qi circulation, thereby reducing excessive sweating. Furthermore, stress management and lifestyle improvements also play an important role.

"What are some daily management tips?"

For those experiencing hyperhidrosis, reducing stress is important. Maintaining peace of mind through regular exercise, adequate rest, and meditation can be helpful. Additionally, choosing absorbent clothing and using sweat-absorbing products can temporarily alleviate discomfort.

"Life with Hyperhidrosis: Finding Confidence Within"

While living with hyperhidrosis is certainly not easy, it can help us understand our bodies more deeply and learn how to find balance between body and mind. Most importantly, do not let hyperhidrosis take away your confidence.

"Finally, a message to you all"

If you are struggling with hyperhidrosis, don't try to solve everything on your own. Listen to your body's signals, seek necessary help, and find balance in your own way. We are here to support you in your journey towards a healthy life. We are always eager to hear your stories. Let's move forward together; with you, there will surely be a better tomorrow.

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Dr. Yeonseung Choe

Dr. Yeonseung Choe Chief Director

I have met many patients who came after visiting multiple medical institutions and departments for persistent or recurrent conditions. Symptoms normally handled by different specialties—such as abdominal pain, headaches, palpitations, dizziness, and insomnia—may overlap in one person. Sometimes there is no clear improvement despite taking medication for each symptom, and being unwell gradually becomes part of daily life. In these cases, I look beyond individual diagnoses and examine how the symptoms connect and change together. Asking only about the most uncomfortable symptom today does not reveal the full course. I look at when the body first began to change and what happened after illness, surgery, childbirth, or starting and stopping medication. I also review changes in weight, diet, and sleep, then trace which symptoms improved with previous treatment and which remained. Test results, diagnoses, and the course of previous treatment are important for understanding the current condition. Clinical research in modern Korean medicine, physiological and pathological research in modern medicine, and observations recorded in classical Korean medicine texts offer different perspectives on the same body. Rather than fitting a patient into one perspective, I consider what each can and cannot explain and look for clues that connect symptoms and treatment histories that were previously considered separately.

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