Pipe sweating refers to the condensation that forms on cold pipes due to moisture in the air. Insulation or a dehumidifier can reduce this. It can also refer to a method of welding pipes together using a propane torch and solder. Pipe sweats is a term used to mean a couple of different things. Cold […]
Excessive underarm sweating, or axillary hyperhidrosis, can be caused by neurological malfunction triggered by certain foods or stressful situations. It can also be symptomatic of metabolic or systemic disease, and treatment depends on the underlying cause. Antiperspirants, prescription strength formulations, anticholinergic drugs, botulinum toxin A injections, or sympathectomy are potential treatments. In apparently healthy individuals, […]
Sweating is the release of water and dissolved salts through the pores of the skin for thermoregulation. It can be caused by physical activity, hormonal imbalances, medical conditions, and psychological stress. Excessive sweating, known as hyperhidrosis, can be embarrassing. Sweating, also known as perspiration, is a process in which many organisms, including humans, release water […]
Excessive head sweating can be caused by heat rash, heart attack, low blood sugar, or an overactive thyroid. These conditions can be serious, and those experiencing excessive head sweating should see a doctor to rule out a more serious medical condition. Excessive sweating can occur anywhere on the body, even on the head. Developing heat […]
Sweating sickness caused deadly epidemics in England and Europe between 1485 and 1551, with unknown causes and a propensity to affect the wealthy. The last outbreak occurred in 1551, and proposed causes include relapsing fever, chronic fatigue syndrome, and hantavirus. Sweating sickness, or English sweat, caused a series of epidemics that initially struck England and […]
