Aftercare
Like any surgical procedure, sweat gland removal requires good and careful aftercare to prevent unpleasant wound healing disorders. Good aftercare of surgical wounds begins with regular changing of the dressing. Adequate wound hygiene is also essential for the healing process.
However, the patient can also influence this positively or negatively through his or her lifestyle. A healthy lifestyle, i.e. sparing the wounds, sufficient water supply and the avoidance of stimulants, have a positive effect on the healing process. The swelling of wounds is promoted by elevating the affected areas, be it the arm, the feet or the hands. In the end, the attending physician will ensure a good recovery with an overnight appointment. After about one to two weeks, the stitches are removed, which usually ends the medical aftercare.However, if patients notice that they are sweating despite the sweat gland removal or sympathectomy, it is advisable to consult a doctor to discuss the further procedure.
Summary
Removal of sweat glands is necessary in patients suffering from bromohidrosis or hyperhidrosis, i.e. patients with very unpleasant body odor or excessive sweat production. The level of suffering in such patients is usually very high and a sweat gland removal can relieve this very well and increase the quality of life enormously. The procedure of choice is the minimally invasive sweat gland suction curettage, as it promises good results and healing is fast and without major scarring.
However, there are also procedures, such as endoscopic transthoracic sympathectomy, which do not directly remove the sweat glands. However, by suppressing the nerve cells that supply them, this procedure has the same effect. Due to the high risks, however, this is only indicated in cases of therapy-resistant progression.
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