19/12/2025
💦 What causes excessive underarm sweating?
• 🧠 Overactive sweat glands
Your sweat glands receive too many signals from the nervous system — even when you’re not hot or exercising.
• 🧬 Genetics
It often runs in families. If close relatives sweat a lot, you might too.
• 😰 Stress & anxiety
Emotional sweating is different from heat sweating and mainly affects armpits, palms, and soles.
• 🌡️ Hormonal changes
Puberty, pregnancy, menopause, or thyroid problems can increase sweating.
• ☕ Triggers
Caffeine, spicy foods, alcohol, and ni****ne can worsen it.
• 🦠 Bacteria + sweat = smell
Sweat itself is odourless. Smell happens when bacteria break it down.
• 💊 Medical conditions / medications
Some drugs (antidepressants, fever meds) and illnesses can cause excess sweating.
✅ What can you do about it?
• 🧴 Use an antiperspirant (not just deodorant)
– Apply at night for better effect
– Clinical-strength options work best
• 👕 Wear breathable fabrics
Cotton, bamboo, moisture-wicking clothes help reduce wetness.
• 🧼 Good underarm hygiene
Daily washing reduces bacteria and smell.
• 😌 Manage stress
Breathing exercises, rest, and stress reduction can help emotional sweating.
• 🚫 Avoid triggers
Cut back on caffeine, alcohol, and spicy foods if you notice worsening.
