International Hyperhidrosis Society

I've looked to the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHS) as a source of information and inspiration for years. Living with hyperhidrosis is no walk in the park, but the IHS has helped me understand my condition, advocate for myself, and feel less alone.

- Karina, Founder of Sweaty Girl Society

Since the first day that this organization began in 2003, this tribe of heroes have been unfailing in their dedication. They look everywhere for ways to improve our lives. They are fearless. And we are better for these warriors. #GratefulForever

The International Hyperhidrosis Society provides very useful information and I believe it is a voice regarding this disease. I hope that over time people will give more importance to this and that better and safer solutions and treatments will be developed.

I believe IHHS helps many people with hyperhidrosis both in terms of understanding their ailment and in the search for treatment and support. I wish more people knew about the organization, so they may look for help with their illness.

This organization has provided me with very helpful information.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is an incredible organization that truly changes lives. Living with hyperhidrosis can be isolating and frustrating, but IHhS provides not only info on the latest research and treatment options but also a compassionate community that understands what it's like. Their dedication to education, advocacy, and support is unmatched, offering resources that help people suffering with this condition.

From connecting patients with knowledgeable healthcare professionals to raising awareness about this often-overlooked condition, IHhS goes above and beyond to make a real impact. I am so grateful for their work and highly recommend this organization to anyone affected by excessive sweating—whether as a patient, caregiver, or medical professional.

Thank you, IHhS, for everything you do!

I wish I had known about this society earlier. I grew up in the 80’s and 90’s and Hyperhidrosis was all but unknown and little if any treatment was available, especially to children.
Since discovering the IHS I have been able to share information with others that have this condition and help promote it, awareness, and explore half a dozen new treatments. This condition runs in families and even though I’m older and have managed to treat my condition I am happy that there is an ongoing group for my children should they have the condition as bad as I do and can guide them on a better care plan that is not as ineffective or invasive as what I did in the 90’s and 2000’s to treat it. I first found out I had Hyperhidrosis in 1989 and at the time did not know what it was called, who to ask for help, or any effective treatments outside of wearing gloves, wiping my hands with a towel, and folding up pieces of paper to help me write. I could not do any hobbies with my hands at all, sports, art, writing, and would break electronics despite my best efforts.

This society supports those across all incomes and health situations and is truly a wonderful bunch of people.

Living with hyperhidrosis has been one of the most challenging experiences of my life. For as long as I can remember, I’ve struggled with excessive sweating, especially on my hands, body and feet. It’s not just a physical inconvenience, it’s an emotional and social burden that can be difficult to explain to anyone who hasn’t lived with it.

In school, I avoided raising my hand in class, not because I didn’t know the answer, but because I didn’t want anyone to notice the sweat dripping from my hands down my arm. I couldn’t write in my school books as I would constantly ruin them with sweat and was unable to turn pages or write on them anymore (this really hindered my passion for learning). Handshakes became a source of anxiety, and social gatherings felt like constant battles to hide the signs of my condition. Even now, as an adult, I often feel like I have to explain myself or avoid certain situations altogether to prevent the embarrassment (I mostly avoid any situation that doesn’t have air conditioning).

Hyperhidrosis has shaped so many aspects of my life, from my choice of clothing to the way I interact with people. I’ve tried countless remedies, antiperspirants, medications, and even dietary changes, I ended up having a ETS which gave me my hands back (love it) but enhance my sweating from my nipples down quite excessively (https://www.sweathelp.org/hyperhidrosis-treatments/ets-surgery.html) It’s exhausting to feel like you’re constantly battling your own body.

That’s why I feel so grateful to see companies stepping up to raise awareness and provide resources for people like me. One company, in particular, has gone above and beyond in recognising the emotional and social impact of hyperhidrosis which is the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS). They don’t just treat it as a medical issue but understand how deeply it affects our daily lives. Their efforts to normalise the conversation and create a supportive community are truly commendable.

To anyone reading this who is struggling with hyperhidrosis, know that you’re not alone. It’s a journey, and while there may not always be easy answers, having companies and communities that care can make all the difference. I’m so thankful for their commitment to making life easier for people like me and for giving us the recognition we’ve needed for so long.

If you’ve ever felt the same way, I encourage you to support and engage with companies like this, they’re making a real difference, and they deserve our appreciation.

As a long-term hyperhidrosis sufferer, I was thrilled to hear about the IHhS and all the initiatives they're working on to spread awareness about the condition. I began volunteering with the organization recently and have already been a part of so many projects like Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month, helping people on discussion forums, and applying for research grants. The leadership from Lisa and Christine is very action-oriented and supportive! I'm looking forward to working with IHhS in making even more of an impact on the community and showing people that life does not end with sweaty palms :)

The IHhS has been an incredible source of support for me as someone who has struggled with palmar hyperhidrosis from a young age. IHhS has not only shed light on the challenges of living with this hyperhydrosis, but has also shown me that I am not alone—many others face similar struggles. Through their resources and community, I’ve gained a deeper understanding of hyperhidrosis and found encouragement to embrace my journey.

Before coming in contact with the International Hyperhidrosis Society, I was a nervous wreck because of my excessive sweating. The constant fear of someone discovering that I excessively sweat brought fear that my secret would get out. IHhs gave me a new lease on life so I can focus and enjoy life without worrying about being ashamed of my sweat.

IHhs saved me from embarrassing excessive sweating. IHhs highly skilled professionals dedicate their passion and craft to helping those with hyperhidrosis.

With the help of IHhs, I found medical professionals experienced in controlling hyperhidrosis. Before managing my excessive sweating, I spent a lot of money on dark-colored clothes, topical treatments, and medication to try to manage my hyperhidrosis. Now, I can live in the moment without worrying about sweat.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHS) is a wonderful organization, with an amazing staff, who advocate for the hyperhidrosis community and strive to improve the lives of those living with the disease. They collaborate with many organizations to develop impactful education for the medical community that focuses on diagnosing, managing, and treating hyperhidrosis. IHS is an integral part of the community and I look forward to working with them again.

Daily, I ask myself, am I the only one who sweats excessively to the point where I am embarrassed to be in public? I stumbled upon the IHhS website, and to my relief, I found thousands of people who endure the same symptoms as myself. I no longer have to suffer alone. With the help of IHhS, I have met a group of like-minded people who are maintaining their Hyperhidrosis and those dedicated to improving the lives of those affected.

In a world where sweat is often stigmatized, this organisation boldly challenges misconceptions, advocating for a paradigm shift in how we perceive and address hyperhidrosis. As a global advocate for our cause, the IHS is a beacon of hope for the millions battling hyperhidrosis worldwide, including myself. Their dedication to exploring solutions and shedding light on this often misunderstood condition is nothing short of remarkable. Their work is a testament to the power of education, empathy, and collective action. Thank you, IHS!

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is a highly impactful organization. It provides detailed information about hyperhidrosis that helps educate patients, their families, and the community about this condition. In addition, the organization helps patients find doctors in various geographies across the world who can care of them. Thank you to the IHS team!

It feels good to be dry and free from excessive sweating! IHhS put me in contact with the best doctors to tackle my excessive sweating. The society also provided me with information to aid and support me through my journey as a Hyperhidrosis survivor!

IHS is a good non-profit. They provide information that I wish I had had when I was young. I wish there were more solutions available for palmar sweating but just knowing that there is an organization out there, that is trying to inform providers and the general public about the severity of sweating is something that I am grateful for.

I can finally say don’t sweat it! I’ve tried so many products and tactics to maintain dryness and failed. The International Hyperhidrosis Society helped me gain my confidence back by helping me control my excessive sweating!!! Thank you, IHhS!

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is a wonderful organization that advocates for and provides essential education for those of us suffering from excessive sweating. They helped me receive the life-changing treatment I needed after suffering with severe hyperhidrosis for over 60 years. I wish they had been around when I was a kid and so much earlier in my adult life. Thank you International Hyperhidrosis Society!

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is excellent. The skilled professionals helped me manage my hyperhidrosis.

IHS is a wonderful organization that goes above and beyond for the hyperhidrosis community. They put all their efforts into raising awareness about hyperhidrosis and its effective solutions to help as many people as possible. We truly value our relationship with them! Thank you IHS for all that you have done that has positively impacted the hyperhidrosis community. We can't wait for what's to come!

IHhS is a well-run organization seeking to raise awareness and educate both patients and healthcare professionals about a fairly common, but underdiagnosed, condition. They run a fantastic website filled with great cutting-edge information and host helpful events for the patient and provider community throughout the year. I have worked with many similar nonprofits throughout the years, and they are at the top of the mountain.

What a wonderful organization absolutely committed to helping people suffering from hyperhidrosis. Lots of great education and getting the message out about what patient's experience and what options there are. The people are phenomenal. It is a pleasure to work with them!

I cannot single handedly – rightly so - manage...
primary idiopathic palmar/
palmoplantar hyperhidrosis
despite taking Glycopyrrolate
2 MG Tablet three times daily.

Aforementioned physiological malady
the bane worse than death
unwanted and unwonted figurative
(metaphorical) beast of burden
linkedin with matrix constituting mine
corporeal essence genetically
gifted to yours truly,
invariably, objectionably, and unquestionably
afflicts, impacts, and upsets
emotional (mental) health
diagnosed with schizoid personality disorder
and aggravated, jump/kickstarted, triggered...,
when body electric
of mine experiences duress.

Tis no fun unable
to join in any reindeer games
(actually quite aggravating)
to experience chronic instances,
whereby profuse sweat drips
(think rivaling Angel Falls),
the loftiest falls on land
inducing extreme self
consciousness and embarrassment.

Socialization compromised,
jeopardized, and sabotaged
against natural proclivity to fraternize,
thus avoidance behavior
(i.e. social distancing) rigorously practiced
way before coronavirus (COVID-19)

mandated staying at least 6 feet
(about 2 arm's length) from other people.
I vaguely recollect even while in utero
sweaty hands cooled courtesy amniotic fluid
yet subsequently observing consternation
obstetrician displayed as

itty bitty teensy weensy fingers
dripped - think faucet turned on full force.
Mein kampf (predominantly
describes solitary existence)
severely exacerbated (still prominent)

ability to function undermined
courtesy deux part and parcel
significant aforestated physiological
and social congenital afflictions
somewhat ameliorated by
about half dozen prescription medications.

I keep hermetically sealed
within our single bedroom apartment
(we lucked out with unit B44
providing us scenic view)
climate controlled when weather
hazy, hot and humid
at sixty degrees Fahrenheit
(you do the math to figure
the Centigrade temperature),
nevertheless these stubby
five fingered appendages
ooze perspiration on par
with spigots gushing sweat.

Worse fate than death finds me
suffering one or more
dogged following plagues:
water turning to blood, frogs, lice,
flies, livestock pestilence, boils, hail,
locusts, darkness and killing
of firstborn children far less oppressive
versus being stricken with Hyperhidrosis.

Sain above identified unpleasant fallout
understandably, quintessentially, and inextricably
linkedin within every fiber
moost likely activated since conception - mine
body electric infiltrated nerve wracking
complex corporeal edifice
interestingly enough solely overbearing
while yours truly wide awake
bright tailed and bushy eyed,
yet sleep ofttimes brings

severely dislocating, disquieting
and discombobulating
subconscious nocturnal experiences,
which frightful, maniacal, and
phantasmagorical vivid dreams
undermines, oppresses, and impinges,
any joie de vivre
creating abominable hell on Earth
thus this dirt poor commoner
pronouncing his intent

to beg, borrow and/or steal
(sell my soul to the devil)
in a desperate effort to secure
and pay King's ransom
to rid myself once and for all
of parasite entrenched nemesis
bleeding dry, leeching, and yoking
writer christened Matthew Scott Harris,
whereby he doth regularly writhe in agony.

Forever grateful for the International Hyperhidrosis Society! This organization gives us all hope while dealing with an extremely frustrating, embarrassing condition. Their dedication to research and awareness is truly amazing and all HH patients are so thankful this exists. Please keep up the selfless work!!!

I have greatly appreciated the IHS. The organization provides information that has been helpful for learning about various treatment options and ways to connect with doctors and others who are battling the disease. Everyone has always been very kind and supportive and very quick to respond to any questions that I have. The periodic emails are informative, and many resources are provided!

I am a pediatric dermatologist and see firsthand how impactful hyperhidrosis can be on the lives of afflicted children. I have also seen the incredible difference the International Hyperhidrosis Society has made in many of these same lives. Thank you.

The work that IHhs does is so important to people who suffer with Hyperhidrosis. Before I heard of them, I felt very alone in dealing with my sweating problem. I didn't know anyone else with the condition and doctors often just dismissed my questions and concerns. It's really great to know that I am not dealing with Hyperhidrosis by myself. And it's even better to know that there are researchers and doctors who are committed to helping people like me and who are bringing awareness to the problem that so many people face.

One day a few years ago I went on a whim
and messaged IHHS, not knowing what to expect. A couple of months later I was attending one of the master classes and was so overwhelmed with support and resources. I’m glad to be apart of this community and able to share my life experiences and others with hyperhidrosis. Thank you Christine and IHHS!

IHhS provides such great support and information for patients and health professionals. I never realized how many people were out there with my condition until I came upon their website and the events they hosted. Really appreciate their hard work and efforts.

I found IHHS many years ago before I knew I wasn't the only one with this condition! IHHS is above none in patient and provider education, support, research, and solution discovery. A respected and trusted nonprofit.

I want to share a story. I went from feeling sweaty, uncomfortable, and isolated to feeling confident enough to stand up in front of over 1200 people ( at a Life Coaching Conference) and share my business, talk about Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month and even come up with a new slogan, #doitsweaty, all in a matter of two weeks after attending the IHhS Conference.

I have never been part of a community that has had the kind of impact IHhS has on people, their lives and their families. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

This is a wonderful organization run by awesome people who try their best to offer a better future for patients suffering from hyperhidrosis. They offer educational courses for healthcare providers, research grants and a new hope for people suffering from the disease with limited resources. We’ve been lucky to host IHSS last November and would highly recommend it to any health organisation looking to improve the quality of care they provide for hyperhidrosis patients.

I am a senior SNS specialist surgeon who has visited more than 14,000 hyperhidrosis patients in his lifetime and operated on more than 4000. We are still a long way from knowing in depth the role of SNA in controlling sweating both centrally and peripherally and its different function with a thoracic and abdominal metameric relationship.

Medical societies like this make a fundamental contribution to medical science, doctors and patients.

It must be promoted and supported.

I have had the pleasure of working with this organization for many years. My role as a health assistant was to draw up the product and assist with the patient injections and training of new physicians all over the United States. So many physicians have been trained to treat hyperhidrosis by this wonderful nonprofit organization. The lives of many patients have been changed by physicians knowing how to treat this devastating condition as well as the countless patients that were able to receive free treatment during the training sessions. Just to hear the stories of how hyperhidrosis has affected the lives of the patients, breaks your heart. I am very thankful for this nonprofit that has truly changed the lives of many patients and would highly recommend this organization.

Awesome videos and up to date information for people with hyperhidrosis.

Wonderful resource with many great tools for people with hyperhidrosis!

I have had the pleasure of working along side Dr. Dee Anna Glaser & Lisa Pieretti, and others with this organization. We have participated in several training sessions all over the UDA in order to bring awareness & train other physicians the importance of how to help patients with this diagnosis.

When I need to read published papers and abstracts, it is so easy to find the information on the IHHS! This group is invaluable when it comes to providing scientifically-proven information to health care workers and the public at large.

Doing great work to help patients with this problem

This is a wonderful organization run by wonderful people. They help hundreds of patients a year, and provide invaluable teachings and information to medical health providers around the world. I have been lucky enough to volunteer my time assisting training sessions, and have learned more about the disease and treatment options than I ever imagined possible.

I have to say that the International Hyperhidrosis Society has given me new hope for the life I have always wanted. I have had facial/scalp Hyperhidrosis since my late teens. I am now 52 and it only get worse with each passing year. I was about to give up on any chance of a less embarrassing life until one day I saw a video about the International Hyperhidrosis Society. I reach out to Lisa J Pieretti thinking I would probably never hear from her. Not only did I hear from her, but she contacted me the very next day, had lots of additional information to share and even invited me to clinic testing in my area! I was so excited. Although the botox injections did not work for me I stay connected to the International Hyperhidrosis Society for updates on new options and products I can try. And, now after so many many years, in a few months I am going to an experienced doctor to see about oral medication options that may just do the trick! Thank you so much, from the bottom of my heart, Lisa J Pieretti and the International Hyperhidrosis Society team for all you do to help those with Hyperhidrosis. :)

We've learned so much about our daughter's condition and possible treatments through this wonderful organization.

I would like to include my experience with International Hyperhidrosis Society. My son has hyperhidrosis and as a family we have had many positive experiences with IHhs over at least 20 years. They have an endless amount of information on living with hyperhidrosis. We also found a wonderful physician for Botox injections through their website after trying 2 other physicians. She does not charge the "cosmetic price" for Botox since she recognizes that this is not a cosmetic procedure. We also joined a research study on hyperhidrosis through them, and have been able to attend conferences to further our knowledge of the etiology, contributing factors, and treatments. Thank you IHhS!

I first found the website for the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHhS) in 2001, and my life was changed profoundly: I learned that there was a medical term for the crippling, excessive sweating of my hands that I had experienced since infancy; I learned that there were others that experienced the same condition; and I learned that there were providers that could treat the sweating I had endured for so long. HYPERHIDROSIS (Hh).

Since then, the support of IHhS has allowed me to seek treatment, speak publicly about Hh, and feel self-forgiveness for something I have no control over. IHhS has given me and a multitude of other Hh sufferers hope for the future. No words can convey the positive effect IHhs has had in my life.

Thank you Dr. Zakiya Rice for guiding me to this organization! I’ve suffered with hyperhidrosis for almost 2 decades. The Master Class in Atlanta on September 18th was amazing and I truly appreciate the treatment I received (Botox). The clinicians were amazing and dedicated to helping everyone. Thank you IHS for being a coalition to helping sufferers like myself.

This organization has been a lifeline to me as I struggled to understand the pain and embarrassment of Hyperhidrosis. Two of my three children suffered from it. I took them to a long line of physicians who didn’t understand the severity of the condition or know how to treat it. Then at age 60 I was diagnosed with it myself. Thanks to the Internet and search engines I stumbled on this tight-knit and dedicated group with its compassionate staff and network of volunteers. It has been a life-changing experience. Best ever organization

The IHHS is a positive, nurturing, and life changing organization that has been leading the way in terms of bringing real care, recovery and healing—both physically and in other ways—from this condition that went undiagnosed and unrecognized in the medical field for years. No more! Thanks to the IHHS, we now have a voice—and a bridge—to medical professionals, cutting edge researchers, merchants, and an emerging industry and culture of care which they helped to bring into existence. The IHHS is transformational!

International Hyperhidrosis Society has for nearly 20 years been committed to enlightening the world on the tremendous personal, social and economic burden that has defined hyperhidrosis for many patients. There is no other organization that serves this purpose.

I've suffered from hyperhidrosis all my life but didn't really take notice of the condition until my sophomore year in high school. Up until then it had kind of been "cool" to sweat a lot and was sort of an attention getter. But once I took notice, I felt as if others had as well and not in a positive way. I have been inhibited and limited in many ways due to my excessive sweating. There have been activities, employment opportunities and social events that I've avoided because of the stigma. I didn't even know it was a condition or had a name until I discovered the International Hyperhidrosis Society (IHHS). While I've resigned myself to the fact that I may never be free from hyperhidrosis, I hope to discover ways in which to manage the condition. Thanks to IHHS, I've discovered I'm not the only one out there like me and that I no longer need to suffer in silence. And while hyperhidrosis may not be as high profile as some of the other nonprofit causes, the staff at IHHS work tirelessly as advocates for those of us who are afflicted with this condition. I give them so much credit for educating me on causes, treatment options and the latest research being done to combat the effects of excessive sweating. Additionally, I appreciate the opportunity I've been given in the past to participate as a volunteer in Master Class sessions where I've had the opportunity to meet industry professionals and undergo treatment. The job they do is fantastic and I hope to benefit from their relentless dedication now and in the future. - Kevin Tucker

The International Hyperhidrosis Society has been a source of encouragement and hope for my family. The awareness and advocacy they provide is so essential.

Discovering the IHS has changed my life. 'Nuff said.

To feel so isolated with a disease that no one really even talks about, takes its toll on you. If it were not for this charity, I would not have even known about treatments or resources. IHS has made me feel like I am not alone, that others share my plight and that this organization is actively fighting to help people like me. I love IHS-they are truly lifesavers.

I am a research psychologist specializing in patient-facing measures of the impact of disease and treatment. I worked closely with the International Hyperhidrosis Society during the development of a measure for palmar hyperhidrosis. Both Lisa Pieretti and Marilyn Perez were instrumental in the success of that project. More importantly, I had the opportunity to learn first-hand the nature and extent of the impact on patient lives. IHhS takes advocacy and support to the next level. It is both rare and heartening to find such devotion and tireless dedication in such an organization.

As a dermatologist treating Hyperhidrosis for well over a decade, I am consistently moved and inspired by the extraordinary support given to these brave patients by the extraordinary people of the International Hyperhidrosis Society. Suffering with Hyperhidrosis can be debilitating and the International Hyperhidrosis Society provides care to patients, support to physicians and awareness to the community. They are an invaluable resource.

I literally cannot write enough positive things about the International Hyperhidrosis Society. I have served on staff helping to make sure the insurance information on the website was the most up-to-date. As a lifelong sufferer, I found IHhS years ago when I was trying to find more information about the diagnosis. What I found was a bonded community of patients, so supportive of each other, and an organization that was focused on current research and treatment options.

I have suffered from hyperhidrosis for most of my life and for many years felt isolated by my condition. However, the International Hyperhidrosis Society, has helped me share my story. IHhS is a true advocate, committed to furthering research and educating patients and healthcare providers about the causes, management and treatment of hyperhidrosis. The physicians and staff affiliated with IHhS are extremely knowledgeable and take a hands-on approach to truly understand patients’ needs and concerns.
I encourage anyone who has suffered, or who knows someone who suffers from hyperhidrosis, to connect with IHhS. Their comprehensive website provides all of the latest information, research and tools available to patients and families. There is a great community available for support!

Volunteer patient served 5/2019 in Washington DC: I am so grateful to International Hyperhidrosis Society for the opportunity to receive free Botox injections to control my craniofacial sweating problem. The staff was welcoming and supportive and the doctors who administered the treatment were compassionate and caring. I have had fairly good results and almost a year later have not been sweating on my face and head during normal weather (when the temperature is not over 70 degrees). I was apprehensive about receiving the injections in my face and head because I didn't know what the visible results or pain level would be. I was pleasantly surprised that there was little apparent change in my facial appearance and the injections were not more than a momentary pinprick of pain. I have gone from having a soaking wet head of hair and sweaty face within minutes of awakening to being able to get my hair done at a salon and keeping the style intact for several days. I may even try to wear make-up again. What a joy after all these years of discouragement, embarrassment and shame! Thank you International Hyperhidrosis Society, you are wonderful people!

Greetings, my name is Regina and I live in Dallas, TX. For years I have had the heavy burden of profuse sweating from my head and face. It started in high school and has gotten progressively worse through the years. I can be doing something light or absolutely nothing and the pouring begins...and won't stop until it feels like it. As you can imagine, this is very frustrating in working situations, as well as the airport etc...I have read up on ETS and the thought of sweating in other places after the surgery scares me to death. Does anyone know of anything less invasive that could help me! I just ran across this non profit as I was doing research but I will certainly stay engaged from this point forward. Is there a study out there that I might be able to participate in that is less invasive than ETS??? Any guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Signed,
Desperately seeking a cure

I can not write English properly but i will simply put my case in few letters
So i am craniofacial hh patient
Yes i am a patient
When i make a small effort .. my face gets like swimming pool and i feel itchy
I think humidity is the second reason or the most trigger .
I feel not good when i get sweat all my face,head,neck and chest .
I feel not good
I will try oxybutynin and i will see

Hi my name is Mary Ann and I have been suffering with hyperhidrosis from the age of 6. My parents were not even aware of it at the time. I got f's in penmanship all through school because my papers were a mess. We used fountain pens so you can just imagine what that does to a wet paper. High school was horrible. I didn't want to date or go to any dances. Square dancing was a requirement one year so I told my mother I was going to skip school if she did not write me an excuse. I married the first person that would have me because my self esteem was so bad I didn't feel worthy of any better. As you can imagine it did not last. I now have a wonderful man that is understanding of everything I am going through. I had a sympothecomy done 37 years ago and it worked great but now I sweat everywhere else below my shoulders and every year it gets worse. The doctor says they can't do anything about it because of the sympathectomy being done. For that reason I would not recommend having it done but at the time there was nothing else. I feel I won't make it through another summer sweating so badly that I am not really living life. I have to drink Gatorade all the time and change 4 times a day. I really want to help other people get through this even if it's to late for me. Thank you most sincerely (dressed in black)

The international hyperhidrosis is terrific! I attended several of their events including their my hyperhidrosis podcast session, several of their poster presentations at the AAD, as well as their CME event in Washington DC. The organization provides education to the general public AND clinicians! In my opinion, this is what makes them so special. The staff is extremely caring and accommodating and have treated me as their own since day one. They do a lot of great work for the community and I am so thankful that I met Lisa and the rest of the team! They have changed my life for the better :)

I couldn’t thank IHHS enough for what they did and do for me as well as the thousands of other sufferers. IHHS is the voice of countless people that are too embarrassed to seek treatment. Lisa and all of her staff are extremely welcoming, understanding, and knowledgeable. Without them, I wouldn’t have received today’s Botox injections.

As someone who suffers from palmar Hyperhidrosis, I have struggled for a long time to find a treatment that works for me. Luckily, IHS came to my city and opened my eyes to all the possibilities, and, more importantly, showed me that I was not alone.

Wonderful demonstration......definitely learned a lot today......special thanks to Marilyn and Lisa!!! Way to go guys!!!

I have spent years explaining why I have water dripping down by face and in my eyes! People think something is wrong like a stroke, heart attack etc. very embarrassing so I lay low when I am in a group of people!

This organization has impacted the quality of my life dramatically! I’m forever indebted to their good works and service!! Sophia W. #sweatbegone!

Beyond grateful for this fantastic organization. So thankful for all of the work IHHS does on behalf of sweaty patients. IHHS gives patients a voice and a community and have positively impacted my life in many ways.

The IHHS is a great society that truly works to help better the lives of people suffering with hyperhidrosis. They are great at providing resources and information to suffers. They work closely with physicians to help spread knowledge and research. They really care about the people they work with.

What an amazing group of people leading this cause! I’ve never felt so comfortable and understood with a group of people through this condition. I can’t say enough good things about this society!!

21 yr old female with severe hyperhidrosis The staff is very friendly and resourceful

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is such a great resource for people looking for support for hyperhidrosis or for anyone wanting to know more about hyperhidrosis! I am beyond thankful for the International Hyperhidrosis Society! Before finding the International Hyperhidrosis Society, I thought I was alone with Hyperhidrosis, but thanks to them, I’ve actually built up the courage to share my story with the world!

I was one of four #MyHhStory Audio Project winners in March of 2019. From the moment my husband and I arrived in Washington DC, Marilyn and Lisa were so kind, caring, and helpful to us. I was so honored to be a part of a project that was so powerful and moving. I truly believe that the International Hyperhidrosis Society really cares about making a difference for people with Hyperhidrosis; I can’t wait to see what they accomplish in the future!

As the mother of a daughter who has excessive sweating of the hands and feet, I can attest to the negative impact it has had on her life since childhood. We are grateful for the support of the IHhS and for the increasing public awareness they provide. Let’s work together so the patients do not have to suffer in silence!

Hi my name is Manish and I am suffering from a disease called hyperhidrosis since childhood. It comes out sweat in my palm, too much and sweat in the armpit, does anyone help me

I am Chantha I am Cambodian. Now I am living with sweaty hand. I had this discess since I was 14 years old no one can help me. Can you help me to cure it?

I don't even know where to begin,this is a real living nightmare. Since I was a little girl, I have had sweaty hands and feet, but my mom believed it was pretty much when I would get excited going to an amusement park going for ice cream, for some reason she thought it was cute and normal. Fast forward to the past 25+Years, this cute sweaty hands stuff is not cute not one bit it literally has been,and continues to ruin my life, personal, professional,and spiritual life,it's relentless. I have major hyperhidrosis.. sweaty palms,feet,and underarms, I have severe social anxiety and depression due to my self esteem issues, I am in therapy,but no matter what "relaxation" techniques I am taught..Reality is, I still can not wear colors ( black is all I can wear that kinda hides the wetness) I would love to wear red,green light blue,pinks but those are a big No No.. I can't hug because of how wet my pits get even in AC and in winter weather, I can not cuddle up with my fiance' it causes friction in our relationship, because I get so sweaty and uncomfortable, I get so embarrassed and move away from him,he thinks it's him,I just don't want to point out my condition..which I'm pretty sure he knows,it's obvious, I just can't articulate to him the word "hyperhidrosis"it's horrible. I have turned down jobs because the uniforms are not black, I have bombed interviews because I have practically ran out of the room so I wouldn't have to shake their hands, needless to say I never received a call back. I can not think of one job that would not require shaking hands, paperwork, keyboard,wet and soggy are inevitable. I am a Christian and I love my church,but I can not participate in many things,due to my condition, I dread the weekly "meet and greet" part on Sunday mornings I have so much anxiety leading up to that I am fanning my hands even in AC,praying to God to dry my hands, before the pastor tells us to "meet our neighbor", I try and make my way to the restroom real quick or pretend to be tying my shoe,it's ridiculous! Lately I haven't even been attending church and that makes me so sad. I have tried Rx strength deodorant,lotions and medication is not an option for me. I pray to God that there will be some kind of treatment, a treatment that first of all relieves this emotional pain, also I pray a treatment that will be covered by insurance / Low cost/ No cost will be accessible to ALL us HH sufferers. God Bless you all!!

Hi. My name is Jonathan Headrick. I am 35 years old. I have the condition of hyperhidrosis. In high school, I was very outgoing, energetic, confident, bold- a social butterfly if you will. My earliest memory, or symptom, was two wet spots underneath each armpit after sitting in an air conditioned room. I was 18. Over the next few years , the sweating increased tenfold. Although social situations seem to trigger the excessive sweating, it eventually got to the point of upon awakening in the mornings my palms and underarms would be sweaty. I began to isolate, stopped going out with my friends, and became very self-conscious of my condition. I packed multiple shirts to carry with me everywhere I went. Due to my increased awareness and self-confidence depletion, I developed a nervous disorder. By age 21, I had almost became a loner. The only thing I found that was semi effective, was alcohol. Although the next day, the sweating was back to normal(per say) if not a little more than normal, yet during the times that I drank, it subsidied. I tried different types of deodorant, a hand cream, different types of medication, but all were ineffective. Plus the only effective solution I had found, alcohol, wasn't a reasonable answer. At age 24, I decided to have the ETS surgical procedure. A guy that I work with saw a commercial on TV advertising the condition and the surgery. I jotted the number down , called the 1-800 number, made an appointment, and 3-months later booked a flight to Hollywood Florida and had the procedure done. That was 11 years ago. Since then, I have been unable to enjoy any of outdoor activities. The compensatory sweating, which I was briefly conversed with about, has been extreme if not debilitating. My palms, since that day, have not perspired in the least way. As a matter of fact they stay so dry I have to put a different kind of cream on them now. My stomach and back sweat profusely when I get a little warm, not hot, a little warm. When i get hot the sweating is unlike anything anyone im around has ever witnessed. Within 30 minutes, my shirt, pants, socks and shoes are soaked. I look as if i have just gotten out of a swimming pool. I have been hospitalized over a half-dozen times due to dehydration. I do not recommend the ETS procedure. It has cost me a career in land surveying, due to the inability to work outdoors. I'd rather still be dealing with sweaty palms and bad nerves.

IHhs is a phenomenal non-profit that brings attention, services, and treatment for people that need it. I have been extremely impressed with how the organization is run, and feel confident that my donations go straight to the cause.

Lisa and her staff and this excellent and helpful entity have been great with informative emails, invites (and later attendance for me) to free clinical trials, and as well keeping all of us HH sufferers informed on new treatments and such. Making others aware of the miserable HH condition has been a positive as well, and I really appreciate all that they do! Keep up the good work and compassion! I thank you.

I am a Dermatology Technician and also a Practice Outreach Representative for a large dermatology practice. I have had the opportunity, over the years, to volunteer with the IHHS and the testimonies from individuals who are experiencing hyperhidrosis will really hit you in the heart. Their quality of life is drastically improved with the knowledge the IHHS shares with them and then a treatment plan. I am out in the community and lecture to over 10K people a year and it never fails that I meet someone who has hyperhidrosis and they are not aware that this is a real condition that is treatable. It is with a great deal of pride that I tell them about IHHS. We all must work together to keep spreading the word!

I was researching my condition a few years back and I came across the website for International Hyperhidrosis Society and since then it truly has been life changing for me. I have suffered from hyperhidrosis all my life and now that I’m older it has gotten worse. Since I found this organization I have been able to be helped in different ways. I have a wealth of information of products and methods that I have been able to use to be able to help me with this condition. The support that I have had is remarkable. Just when I thought I was the only one with this condition, I have since found others who share this horrible disease. Knowing that I am not alone, is empowering. Lisa is truly a remarkable person. She has made me feel the love and support that has helped me a great deal. I thank you International Hyperhidrosis Society many times over. You are truly a wonderful place that I as a sufferer can find whjat I need to have a better quality of life. Thank you!!!!!

My name is Balla-Rena Jones and I live in Florida. Three summers ago I was a wits end due to my excessive sweating. I had called every where down here and then one of the doctors told me to call the Inernationally Hyperhidrosis Society. That day I spoke to Lisa and she told me that I had something called hyperhidrosis and that there were other people who had this disorder. I had never heard of Hyperhidrosis let alone thought anyone else had this sweating problem. All I know I had been crying my eyes out and I told my husband if this is the way I am going to live out my life I didn’t want to live.
Lisa was so kind and compassionate with me and shared many stories with me. Being 67 I found comfort in her stories then she informed me with regards to the symposium that was going to be held in Washington DC. She saved my life that day!
I went to the symposium and I got to meet other people Who had the same problem I had what a relief that was. I have made some very good friends because of Lisa. Her kindness and love was so appreciated.

I learned about the International Hyperhidrosis Society when the daughter of my best friend was diagnosed with this condition. I was impressed by the detailed information IHS provided regarding the personal challenges everyone affected by the condition face on a daily basis, along with treatment options. I applaud the patients and professionals who continue to bring greater awareness to hyperhidrosis.

IHHS has been a wonderful organization that has helped me tremendously. They are all so kind & I am so grateful to have been able to meet other hyperhydrosis sufferers through this organization.
My experience with them has truly been life changing - they have given me much hope ❤️

IHhS has always been very supportive and promotes a positive community in the Hh world. I am grateful for the opportunities this organization has provided me.

I'll forever be grateful for this organization. Ever since I joined their email list, I was able to get valuable information about the different types of hyperhidrosis and was able to include myself in a clinical trial thanks to their recommendation.

Although we are only 5% of the population, they strive to find ways to help us find the CURE. Thank you!

I was blessed with the opportunity to meet the leaders of this organization. They are so full of love & compassion for the people that are dealing with this issue! They paid for my travel expenses to speak to the FDA in D.C. about looking into more solutions for ppl suffering with hyperhidrosis. I was completely overwhelmed by the experience and forever grateful!

Hello,
I have been blessed with the opportunity to volunteer with this organization. My severe Hyperhidrosis has led me to seek countless remedies. This organization provided support resources and education on how to cope with this condition. I have worked closely with the team and I cannot wait to the success of this organization.
THANK YOU!

I have had severe hyperhidrosis most of my entire adult life. It has stopped me from socializing and made me very uncomfortable in social settings. My favorite is when people proclaim stuff like, "Geez, you're sweating a lot!". Thanks,.. I haven't noticed.. Thank good there is a site that is dedicated to help those who have this condition.

I been sweating for a good many years now. I am to the point I can not stand it anymore Whenever I move around my whole body gets soaked. I change my clothing 3x a day. When I sit on a chair you can see a wet spot where I sat. It"s bad.My hair gets soaking wet and drjps. I take alot of medicine, Fentanyl patches, Vicodin, Lyrica, blood pressure.Maybe some of this is causing it but why is it only when I move around? Can you help?

I had been looking everywhere trying to find an answer for Hyperhidrosis but no luck with anything in Australia. I just kept getting a diagnosis of the sweating but no clue to finding a solution to the problem. Kept searching and came across the International Hyperhidrosis Society's site.
I have to congratulate them on giving more answers than I had been able to find with all my other searching I had done. I found this to be a thorough, friendly and helpful place to look for answers. I was sent the latest information regarding this condition with names of professionals to contact here in Australia.
I hope this Society gets all the support they deserve to continue their excellent work. Thanks from a very grateful Aussie.

I volunteer for this organization and they are well-organized and really care about their patients. They go out of their way to make sure that sufferers are made aware of the disease and any upcoming treatments and studies. I have volunteered for many organization and they are a top-notch non-profit!

Christine was very helpful with all my questions. I appreciated her thorough e-mail.

Wow! What an amazing organization that truly cares about people! What a great source of support and information. Everyone that I have come in contact with at the organization is professional and has such compassion! Thank you IHHS for the work you do to help those who have hyperhidrosis!

I first learned about hyperhidrosis through a client I worked with at a behavioral clinic. I saw the debilitating effects of hyperhidrosis on a child worked with first hand. Daily, the child would struggle to hold utensils, writing tools and even simple toys that required assembly were difficult tasks. More heartbreaking not only as a therapist, but as a parent, was the constant teasing from classmates when they were required to sit near or hold the child's hands for a group activities. Comments were frequently made about how "wet" and"gross" the child was.
The parents sought treatment options, and were given the "first line of defense", Botox to reduce the symptoms of her excessive sweating. Unfortunately it was not effective and they declined further treatment due to side effects. If only they had they had known of the many options that are available, perhaps the outcome would have been different.
Being introduced to the International Hyperhidrosis Society has given me that opportunity and the tools to provide options for those seeking treatments. Not a size fits all options for those suffering hyperhidrosis! Not only has the organization further informed me about hyperhidrosis, the available treatments, awareness for patients and doctors, and provided invaluable information regarding studies that can help provided treatments for those suffering with the many forms of hyperhidrosis.
Thanks to the work and dedication of Lisa Pieretti, and her medical friends, countless volunteers, advocates those suffering with hyperhidrosis, they now have hope and options with the International Hyperhidrosis Society.

I just recently learned about hyperhidrosis and I'm surprised at the number of people suffering from this condition . I have been totally impressed by the dedication and endless hours that has been but into IHHS by Lisa and her staff. They have a true passion for helping everyone effected , in such a loving and caring way I feel privileged to have been able to learn from them this past week.

What a valuable non-profit organization which is committed to making a difference in so many lives! I did not realize the numbers of people who suffer from this embarrassing and limiting condition until I became educated on hyperhidrosis by chatting with individuals who suffer. The IHHS website SweatHelp.org offers the most up to date education, informational programs and opportunities to participate in clinical trials with investigational drugs which will hopefully make a difference. Lisa Pieretti is one of the highly dedicated and professional individuals who make this organization tick! I totally recommend the expertise and assistance of this nonprofit group.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society was created to help people who suffer with this condition in the most loving and compassionate way possible. Everyone involved deeply cares about those with Hyperhidrosis. A combination of research, education and outreach is helping people who may otherwise have nowhere to turn. I am very impressed with both the mission and the people of the International Hyperhidrosis Society.

I have just recently learned about this wonderful organization. They are kind, caring and have such a passion for helping people with Hyperhidrosis. It truly is an honor to work with them.

I was surprised as a registered nurse that I had never heard of the disease HH. I was saddened to learn about the many people who are suffering in silence. The IHHS is truly an amazing organization! They are bringing awareness to the general public about this condition (and the medical community as well). They are connecting patients with physicians who are knowledgeable about HH and it’s treatment options. IHHS is also promoting cutting edge research for new treatments. All of this is being done with so much compassion for the people who are suffering from this disease. What a wonderful organization!

I recently became involved with IHHS, and am amazed by the dedication the organization has to improving the lives of those suffering from Hyperhidrosis. The organization has tackled a large array of issues in a relatively short amount of time-- from research to support to education to treatment--all in an extremely compassionate manner. The organization, its work, and especially its well-organized and updated website serve as a place where someone suffering from this condition can truly "one-stop shop" for all the information they need to learn about living with excessive sweat, understanding that they are NOT alone, and options for potentially improving their struggle with this condition. Many thanks to everyone at IHHS who works tirelessly to improve the lives of those living with Hyperhidrosis!

This is the ONLY organization that understands WE are out here and need their help. They continue researching and always share any help they can to hyperhydrosis sufferers. I've had this condition since I was a teenager... now 38 and I've tried everything over the counter and many prescriptions. Over the counter products do not work and most prescription solutions have nasty side effects. There are medical solutions out there but many are temporary and not covered by insurance. Without the International Hyperhydrosis Society - we wouldn't be getting anywhere and the information wouldn't be out there in the world letting everyone know - THIS IS A REAL CONDITION and those who are suffering ... you are NOT ALONE.

Really the only place I have found ( and I rigorously have been searching)that is aggressively trying to help and address relief from this ignored and debilitating condition.
http://www.Sweathelp.org
www.Sweathelp.org

being in a stressful situation waking up perspiring before my brain was awake I went to the doctor and luckily a rep had just left and the doctor caught up with him and took one of his samples and gave it to me it was driclor it was wonderful it helped my stress levels and was effective from the start irene

Really the only place I have found ( and I rigorously have been searching)that is aggressively trying to help and address relief from this ignored and debilitating condition.

I have been suffering with hyperhidrosis for the past few years. It just came out of nowhere for me. I don't know if it was because i got older or because of my hypothyroidism. I, of course, at first didn't know anything about this problem or that anyone else suffered from it, like me. When I went to my primary doctor I don't think he knew that much about it either. He referred me to a dermatologist and they gave me this prescription spray that burned my underarms and made them worse. I went back and told them of the burning and they told me to keep using it but also prescribed a hydrocortisone cream. The hydrocortisone cream worked to take away the rash that came from the burning but the spray kept burning my skin. I finally stopped using the spray and went out on my own to find something that works. Through a google search I found the hyperhidrosis Society website and got some samples. I also got something called pit paste and tried out and am still using a number of things just to make it through the day at work so people won't smell me and I won't feel uncomfortable wet. On the Hyperhidrosis website Christine Fleckenstein got in touch with me and kept in touch with me to link me with different websites and tell me about the Botox seminar coming up. Unfortunately, the seminar has been cancelled but I felt like I gained a friend in hyperhidrosid through Christine.

I've been begging physicians for help with severe hyperhidrosis since I was 8 yrs old...50 years of my life begging for help only to be unheard and dismissed as having a psychosomatic issue. Talk about defeat. The International Hyperhidrosis Society webpage is the first of it's kind to recognize that the problem is real, reaching out to those of us who silently suffer, with current information about who, how, what and where we might find help.
Praying that this godsend of a nonprofit will continue to forge a path of discovery in finding new treatments and practitioners to help.

Lisa and the team at IHHS have been an amazing partner for Thompson Tee, and their website continues to be a go-to resource for trusted news and educational information surrounding hyperhidrosis. As someone who suffers from axillary hyperhidrosis, I created our sweat proof shirts to help others like myself deal with excessive sweating. I'm thrilled to work alongside a likeminded nonprofit that wholeheartedly shares this mission.

I'm from Germany and I'm really suffering from distinctive excessive sweating all over my body, no matter which part - you name it, I sweat it.
Therefore I'm deeply grateful that there is such a great nonprofit organisation which is engaged with this topic!
Hope to hear more and more good news in the future and maybe someday, there will be a cure even for myself.
Thanks a lot!

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is an amazing organization that is out there to educate, assist and support those that treat and suffer from Hyperhidrosis. www.Sweathelp.org contains an immense amount of information and we always recommend patients that they visit their website for additional guidance. We at R.A. Fischer are teaming up with the IHHS to help raise awareness of this debilitating condition and learn more about treatments like our Tap Water Iontophoresis devices.
www.rafischer.com

The Int. Hyperhidrosis Society has been very helpful when I was looking for Dr. to help my nephew with his problem. They helped me locate a reputable Dr. close to my nephew's home.
Now, he will enjoy his summer! I thank you very much. You have made a huge difference in his life, especially with his self-esteem! Again, thank you very much.

I have friends and acquaintances who suffer with Hyperhidrosis. I tell all my friends about SweatHelp.org. It is very helpful and informative for those with the disease. I appreciate all the help this gives those with the condition.

The transparent Mission of the IHHS is a refreshing motivating tool for all of us to become more attentive and active in the advancement of the quality of life for people of all ages; both women and men.
As an Engineer, I appreciate the informative and enjoyable format of the IHHS Newsletter.
It always sets forth a logical, well prepared message that clearly defines their Mission to help others.

IHHS is a great resource for hyperhidrosis sufferers! It is a one-stop source for information, doctors to see, and putting them in touch distributors/retailers of with specialty products, such as ourselves, Hidrex USA, which distribute iontophoresis devices for a long-term treatment solution. Keep up the great work, IHHS!

Great organization to work with providing a great service to people with hyperhidrosis. Very professional.

helpful and supportive for an issue that gets little attention otherwise

Excellent group, very focused on their cause and always working to support the sufferers of hyperhidrosis!

I've been volunteering at IHHS ever since I was in high school and Lisa and the staff always treated me with care and respect. They go to great lengths to get the word out about hyperhidrosis and raise awareness about this disorder. I've known this organization almost since the beginning and seen them grow and do great things. Thanks to the work that is done, HH treatment and insurance coverage for it has come a long way. They're always in the know about upcoming treatments and work hard to facilitate progress in the field by interacting with scientists and companies that develop treatments for hyperhidrosis. There really is no other organization like this in the world.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is a first class non-profit organization that truly offers a one-of-kind support and education system to those individuals suffering from HH. As a company developing a potential new topical therapeutic for HH, we've had the unique opportunity to work with the IHHS on several occasions and have witnessed first hand how much of a positive impact they've had on the lives of those impacted with this condition. This organization is run by an individual that is seasoned, motivated, organized and truly passionate about creating awareness for HH and helping out those who are affected on a daily basis by HH. For all these reasons, we are and will continue to be a proud supporter of the IHHS .

International Hyperhidrosis Society is a great nonprofit helping so many people with excessive sweating. They offer much helpful information on their website including tips regarding products that can help minimize the sweating.

This nonprofit is superb. Both Lisa Pieretti and Christine Fleckenstein epitomize the utmost professionalism, care and diligence in assisting both public as well as private individuals on combating hyperhidrosis. I'm GRATEFUL the IHHS serves as an effective, professional liaison and I have zero qualms recommending them. Thank you everyone!

I was extremely happy to be part of the Seattle event. Thanks a lot for conducting such a great event and helping the people like me. I got Botox injections and I spent whole summer without sweaty palms. I still remember how much I struggled every summer here in US and every day when I was in India. There, I used to get sweating (palms and feet) all around the year, due to hot weather. I never be able to go out with normal slippers. I felt so much shy if I have to walk on a clean marble floor when I went outside. I still remember the tough times I faced while writing exams, writing notes and condition of my text books after my use. I still remember the jokes played on me by the classmates and friends.

I really appreciate your efforts on helping us and fighting to change our fate. You will be next to the god in our opinion. Hoping soon you will be able to find simple and permanent solution for this annoying sweating problem.

I have interacted with many organizations as a healthcare advisor, and I can honestly say that the IHHS is one of the most professional, action-oriented groups I have encountered. They connect effectively with patients, healthcare providers and innovators in healthcare such as my clients. The leadership is truly dedicated, knowledgable and organized. A pleasure to work with the IHHS!

IHHS has given me a life that I thought I would never be able to live. I thought I would have sweaty palms, hand and feet forever. How I came upon this organization was one day I was fed up so I googled sweaty palms, hands and feet and their organization was one of the links. I never knew there was a name for it. I just called it what it really was. So I reached out and
gave them my stories and my concerns because at that te I was a performer who used microphones and other electrical objects in my hand. I was worried with the way my hands sweated that I would get electrocuted. I was so self conscious about every thing. From the type of shoes to wear because of sweaty feet, they type of clothes to wear because of sweaty underarms, and whose hand I couldn't shake due to sweaty palms. My life was restricted until I came across this organization. They educated me and helped me with treatment. For that I am so grateful. With the help of their information I was able to go to my dermatologist and she diagnosed me with hyperhidrosis and treated me for it. It's been 6 years and I've been sweat free. Thank you so much. I am now more confident than I ever was and I can wear what I want.

This organization has been a life saver for me. They are truly an AMAZING and dedicated group of people! Not only are these medical professionals "models" for the rest of their profession, but they were also clearly dedicated to compassionate and QUALITY PATIENT CARE!
I was honestly blown away this past weekend at the Hyperhydrosis Master Class in Seattle, WA. I was a patient volunteer on Saturday 7/25/15, who flew across the country from Raleigh, NC to be able to take advantage of the generous treatments from all of these wonderful people. After I left the event that day, I honestly COULDN'T get over how authentic and transparent this non-profit truly is. Their zealous advocation of patient care/treatment for all the people who suffer from this (and get denied necessary treatments by their insurance companies) is a rare, but wonderful needle in a haystack of medical "resources" that exist today.
The organization really lives by it's mission statement: "It is our mission to promote hyperhidrosis research, educate physicians in optimal diagnosis and care, raise awareness about the condition's emotional and economic impacts, and advocate for patient access to effective treatments. As part of our mission, we continuously build programs that connect those who suffer from hyperhidrosis with those who provide care, while increasing public understanding of this debilitating medical condition." (www.sweathelp.org)
....And I am beyond thankful that I was able to take part in this event opportunity that was full of teaching and treatment. I would fly across the country over and over each year, if it meant that I could receive such life changing help.

THANK YOU IHS!! My quality of life will be so much better and more manageable for the next 8-10 months as a result of the Botox injections you all helped provide for me at this master class in Seattle.
I want to be a part of this forever!!!

This was my first time participating in an event by IHS and it was outstanding! I was part of the Seattle event and met some fantastic people at our table that REALLY made a difference in discussing the interesting challenges that only someone with this condition can understand.....truly understand.

The stories, the challenges, the real life strategy you have to take each day to hide, minimize, avoid, talk your way out of that will cause your condition to be exposed to others was truly awesome to talk to others about for a few hours. To live with something like this is such a tricky strategy to work into your life that to imagine what it's like to have dry hands(or other areas) seems like a dream after doing for your whole life. I was really impressed at the situations people have to deal with and how they do it every day. The discussion at our table for me was inspiring to overcome this challenge! As they say there is always someone that has it worse than you and I learned that today in a personal way.

The staff that administered the treatments today were top notch and it was nice to know that they were getting first hand education of this condition from a group of people that deal with it and were not trying to down play the impact it has on our life. Lisa was a fantastic facilitator and made us all feel comfortable and has a contagious smile creating an energy of hope for a possible solution to one day be able to proactively reach my hand out and introduce myself with a firm full grip hand shake and not get that face or reaction that we're all familiar with when that human contact factor is inevitable:)

Thanks to the awesome people at our table today- your stories were inspiring to learn there's a possible solution that can help us change the course of our life by being able to- shake hands, wear slippers in public, present in front of a group confidently, wear clothing without sweat consideration, and engage with others in the way we always imagined it would be like not having to hide from hyperhydrosis! Thank you for what you're doing!

Adrian
Vancouver, WA, USA

International Hyperhidrosis Society has literally answered every question that I've had since I was young about a serious medical condition that many doctors that I went to did not know how to treat. Hyperhidrosis negatively affects EVERY person who is affected by it in a negative way. I has affected the way that I went outside(night time to prevent unsightly sweat strains and drenched face), my job, school, and personal life(lack thereof). IHS has allowed me to finally learn and manage hyperhidrosis. I even direct my physicians to their website to be informed of the condition, and we use it to manage and plan treatments to battle it. I cannot praise them ENOUGH!!! Best organization hands down. They respond to emails promptly, sends out newsletters that aren't spam but provide actual information and scientific advancements, and provide treatment to individuals who battle with the condition for FREE in return of educating other health care practitioners of the condition. Every effort needs to be made to help IHS to expand to further serve the ill and educate the healthcare providers.

Hello everyone!
I'm Katrina, Owner/Creative Director of the women's apparel brand www.KatrinaZchori.com. I've battled with hyperhidrosis for many years and just last year began to find ways to share my story on a broader scale. That's also when I reached out to www.Sweathelp.org for advice on how to do that and without hesitation they were so helpful. A list of suggestions were given on what I could do to be involved and so that's what I'm doing now. As a fashion designer I share my story in hopes of helping others come out and share theirs too. It doesn't matter what you're dealing with, but it does matter what you choose to do with it. For years I allowed this condition to isolate me, but not anymore. Thank you for the opportunity to share and I hope this inspires you to use your voice to speak up about hyperhidrosis.

I absolutely love working with this organization! To see true care & compassion that is exerted from the physicians, to the organizers, to the staff working the seminars; it's truly amazing to watch everyone work together in effort to better these patients quality of life.

Each year I get the opportunity to participate at IHHS seminars where I interact closely with hyperhidrosis patients. It is truly a rewarding experience each and every time I get to see patients leaving with smiles on their faces after they've received their treatments. I look forward to these seminars every year and working alongside this wonderful organization to help others with excessive sweating!

Over the past several years I have had the privilege to attend and assist at IHHS events. Earlier today I had an opportunity to reflect on my experience with a friend, who happens to also be a patient of the private practice I work in. As I was explaining the IHHS to him, my eyes filled with happy tears thinking of the patients who have had life changing experiences due to the wonderful care given by the IHHS.

Excessive sweating is real and with the help of the IHHS, quality of lives are changing! During each event, I learn something new through the patients testimonies. These are memories I carry with me during my journey of caring for patients on a daily basis.

Thank you IHHS for all you do!

What a fantastic resource to see available for those of use suffering from Hyperhidrosis. It was such a challenging thing to deal with growing up, I wish I had this available to me as a child. Even after having ETS, it was good to read through some of the information to help me deal with the compensatory sweating. I also feel blessed that my side effects from the surgery were not as severe as many who have had it. People who do not suffer from Hyperhidrosis often give me funny looks when I say I had a surgery for my sweating. "That's a bit extreme, isn't it?" It really is something that only those who suffer from the condition can understand. This organization is getting the word out and also helping educate, comfort and walk along those who are experiencing it.

I'm an RN and I love the work I'm able to do with the International Hyperhidrosis Society. Sharing the latest information, backed up by studies published in medical journals, and helping people to find the effective treatments they need is very gratifying.

I participated at an International Hyperhidrosis Society seminar where I received free treatment for my underarm sweating. Truthfully, I was nervous as the seminar approached. But, the IHHS made the treatment process seamless and put all of my worries to rest. And, I'm happy to say that my sweating stopped a few short weeks after being treated at the seminar. I hope to participate again so that I can get the same positive results. A heartfelt thank you to the IHHS for making me feel comfortable at their seminar and for making me experience dry like I've never known. What a life-changing experience!

I am a Junior High School Nurse and recently received some free products. In talking to students about hygiene, it has been useful to be able to give out deodorant samples with instruction in taking proper care of their bodies. It also "softens the blow" while telling them "how NOT to stink"! I hung up two posters outside of my office and the students have gotten a real kick out of them, especially the "I am sweaty all day long..." poster. While waiting their turn to see me, I often catch them reading the poster out loud and they then come in to see me with a smile on their face declaring, "I have hyperhidrosis!" Thank you for helping to educate my students (and adults) in a fun and friendly manner.

Growing up and sweating a lot just seemed like a quirky issue one had to deal with...until I came across the fact that this condition had a name "Hyperhidrosis" and there were medical professionals and organizations working to treat and educate those with hyperhidrosis. The IHS is a great organization that strives to help and direct towards treatment as well as share best practices. Thank you.

I have been a patient during a clinic they have had in Atlanta and I couldnt ask for a better experience. I would give anything to be able to participate again!

From being so young and sweating all the time I never really paid it no mind because I was just young and thought whatever, but as I got older and people started to make fun of me I knew I was different from everyone else in my school and at home. I feel so blessed to have been able to participate in this experience and really hope their will be a cure for it soon anyone that has this problem its not fun and its just a good thing to know it is certain things you can do to deal with sweating .. thank you to emory and everyone else that was apart such wonderful and amazing people

This is a wonderful organization that gives support to patients and families with Hyperhidrosis. We never knew what condition my daughter had until we found this organization. They have helped us with products, treatments, referrals, and support. We wish we'd found them years ago! I only wish they were more well known because there are countless other people who could benefit from contact with the organization.

I am not sweating! I just can not believe it! Every time I do things that I normally would sweat from, I'm sure to point out that I'm not sweating to everyone that knows me.

IHS is an amazing organization working on research and medical solutions for a very little known medical condition. I am so glad that I have got connected with IHS. They are continually providing information on the condition and helping us find ways to deal with it.

I will stay involved with IHS for the rest of my life!

I've suffered from night sweats my entire life. It wasn't until after ending my collegiate soccer career that my doctor realized that I was suffering from hyperhidrosis (when all my hormones calmed down and my metabolism slowed). My doctor recommended looking up what other people were doing online; that's when I found IHHS. They were wonderful and a wealth of knowledge! Very grateful for this organization!

I have suffered from hyperhidrosis for over 20years. I now know that I am not alone. Being a member of this society has changed my life. I am now and will for ever be an advocate for those who are affected by hyperhidrosis.

What an amazing organization. I thought I was alone but now I am not anymore. Knowing that there are scientists and doctors working for us makes me feel relieved.
I am sure these clever people will finally find the solution to our wet problem. Meanwhile I do my best to sweat as less as I can and the weather in the UK is very helpful lol. Thanks for your help guys.
Fabrizio

Fantastic group of people!! From the staff that coordinates awareness & symposiums to the expert physicians who have dedicated their careers to changing lives, every single individual whom I have encountered within this organization have been generous & empathetic. Keep up the good work, IHHS! Your are making a difference in this world!

IHHS has been raising awareness for several years about a long-overlooked medical condition. It offers up-to-date information on its comprehensive website, connects patients and physicians, provides training and educates the public at large; and, above all, facilitates access to care through multiple actions (insurance reimbursement tools and physicians training sessions, among others.) Outstanding services and dedication! I’m very grateful to their staff for their kindness and extraordinary support.

Hyperhidrosis can have significant emotional and economic impact on patients. The IHHS is a relentless advocate, committed to promoting research, educating healthcare providers, and raising awareness about the condition in order to help improve the lives of the patients they serve. I encourage all of my patients who struggle with hyperhidrosis to visit the IHHS website for information and for support.

We have been donating for the past three years and are very pleased with the level of professionalism, integrity, and empathy seen in everyone involved with the organization.

Hyperhidrosis is a little known condition that is seen as "no big deal" to those who don't have it. However, it can be socially devastating to those who do have it. The International Hyperhidrosis Society is by far the best resource for those suffering from this condition. They do an amazing job of educating sufferers on the causes and treatments of this horrible condition.

I have struggled with excessive sweating of the palms of my hands and the soles of my feet since infancy. It has affected almost all aspects of my life, including body image, career choices, social interactions, and intimate relationships; it affects what I touch, who I touch, and how I touch. Hyperhidrosis is something that I have coped with, often on my own, for 34 years.

The IHHS has been my primary source for medically-accurate information on treatment for hyperhidrosis, which has helped me become an informed patient and advocate for myself. IHHS has increased my hope that things can be better for myself and others. Through website, telephone, and in-person resources, they have helped patients find clinicians that provide treatment, and helped patients find ways to pay for their treatment, a barrier to care that often increases the hopelessness of this condition. IHHS has helped increase access to care for patients of all financial means.

Many exuberant and dry-handed thank-you's to my Pennsylvania-based IHHS. You have made my life so much better.
Con carino,
Megan P.

I have suffered from hyperhidrosis for more than 30 years. It wasn't until my daughter also showed signs of excessive sweating that I looked up the symptoms on the Internet. The International Hyperhidrosis Society site answered many questions that I had. I felt encouraged to seek medical treatment that could be covered by our insurance. I am so relieved and happy that my daughter and son can do presentations at school, play in the band, go out on dates, etc. without having to worry about sweaty underarms any more (thank you, Botox!). I think about what a different person I might have turned out to be if I hadn't been held back by embarrassing sweat stains. This organization helps many others like me to learn how to alleviate their sweating and lead their best lives.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society has been a lifesaver for many of our students. We live in a very low-wealth county and a large percentage of our students are unable to purchase even basic hygiene items. After providing IHHS with a picture of our hyperhydrosis posters (that are located in our Student Health office) and explaining the needs of our students, they graciously supplied us with deodorant samples. Our students are extremely appreciative of being given the deodorant. One said the other day "I can keep the whole thing?? Thank you!" That pretty much says it all. My thanks to IHHS!

The International Hyperhidrosis Society was very helpful in providing deoderant samples for indigent students who are affected by the condition. Ms. Christine was very responsive in meeting our needs.
Sharon Hobson, RN, CRNP

This is a great nonprofit group. I was in need of sample deodorant for my school which has lots of economically disadvantaged students; and with just a short email, they provided me with much needed samples. This is a great help to our kids, many of which can not afford quality hygeine projects.

I work in a dermatology practice and the IHHS is absolutely wonderful! They are a very knowledable resource and quick to help. I have referred many out of town patients to them in order to find help closer to home. They truly give the impression that they are their to help the patient.

We are a needy school with 1350 underpriveledged students. I am a school nurse and determined a need for deodarant since finances influences the hygiene of the students and was immediately responded to in a positive way with a generous donation.

I am a school nurse in an elementary school and am always looking for ways to serve my students. Years ago Proctor and Gamble would give away free samples of deodorant to our 5th graders. We would distribute them during the health talks about maturing. The freebies are no longer given but the need remains. I am thrilled to be able to obtain some free samples for our children. Thanks to this group our halls will be a sweeter place!

My middle school is very appreciative of the suppport we have received from the International Hyperhidrosis Society. They have sent our school antiperspirant samples that are given to students during important discussions on personal hygiene care.
Thanks again.

Yvonne Pointer
School Nurse

Christine's response to my request was both swift and kind. Thank you for your help; children who are entering adolescence certainly need all the support we can give, and yours is appreciated.
With gratitude,
Gail Shapira

Quick response to a request for teh students at the high school where I work.

Very helpful to an underserved socioeconomic elementary school with adolescents.

As a school nurse to middle school aged children, I am faced daily with hygiene issues. The students ask questions about why they sweat so much and weather or not this condition is normal. The literature and supplies provided helps me educate the children and their families. Thank you!

IHHS is a wonderful resource for patients suffering with hyperhidrosis. I encourage all of my patients to visit the website for information and for a source of support in knowing that they are not alone when dealing with this condition. I have also attended an educational seminar for healthcare providers and learned other ways to help and treat my patients.

IHHS has truly been a pleasure to work with. They provide informative and accurate information to help the thousands of people suffering with hyperhydrosis get through their daily lives. Their newsletter and website are great tools for finding out the latest information and solutions to excessive sweating. I highly recommend to consumers and partners alike.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society's website and newsletter are very informative and helpful. Through the website, I found the iontophoresis machine I purchased as well as other useful products. As a hyperhidrosis sufferer for over 20 years, it is so comforting to read about other people's experiences and to know you're not alone with this problem.
I am also a school nurse and was so excited to receive the school kit. During a hygiene lecture, I explained to my 4th-6th graders what hyperhidrosis was and let them know there is help available. I will soon be receiving samples of deodorant and plan to give those to the 5th & 6th graders during their human growth & development class. If I can help one student, it will be well worth it! I remember feeling so confused and frustrated with my sweaty hands when I was young. I don't want that for any of my students or my children. I am so grateful to the IHS and glad so many people care!

I am a school nurse for an middle school. I have about 700 4th, 5th, and 6th graders in my school. The samples and the materials I received from Internataional Hyperhidrosis Society helped me a lot with educating my students. I used them for hygiene classes and education. Being able to give samples and education information to these students helps so much!

Like most people, I didn't realize excessive sweating was a medical condition. I thought those that suffered with it were people with poor hygiene habits or 'nervous types' who showed their high levels of anxiety through profuse sweating. I hate to admit this negative prejudice but that was the way I felt. Then, I learned more about hyperhidrosis and was completely ashamed of how uneducated I was. The saddest part is that people who have this condition sometimes don't understand it themselves. Sadder still, they often feel that perhaps they deserve to be shunned or ridiculed. They feel there is no hope, that they alone suffer and that they just have to 'live with it.' Without IHHS, this would be true. I can't express how truly life-changing the IHHS mission is to people with hyperhidrosis. The IHHS website, outreach programs and counseling help bring together a community where there wasn't one before. For the millions of people with the condition, and the millions of friends and families that help them cope, IHHS is a beacon of help.

I have volunteered a few times with this organization at their annual seminars and found the experience to be very rewarding. I saw first-hand how much work is put into organizing and holding these seminars and the appreciation that those with hyperhidrosis have for the Society for the opportunity to receive life-changing treatment. I would be more than happy to volunteer for this organization again.

I have watched the IHHS grow over the last decade and am thoroughly impressed with their commitment and compassion, namely that of the Executive Director, Lisa Pieretti. She is an incredibly caring, intelligent, driven leader and I commend all of her (and the organizations) hard work to helping and enhancing countless lives.

Great, professional, caring, people--dedicated to helping anyone that suffers from hyperhidrosis.

As a volunteer, as an "outsider" witnessing firsthand the countless lives that have been truly changed for the better, mere words can not express the importance and transformative work performed by the International Hyperhidrosis Society. To those not personally affected by hyperhidrosis or not in direct contact with someone who is, it is impossible to understand its immensely debilitating effects. But through the dedication and professional perseverance of the International Hyperhidrosis Society, individuals are not only being given real and effective treatments -- they are being given long-lost self confidence, normalcy and the chance to be the mothers, fathers, husbands, wives, life-loving teenagers and accepted members of society that they so deserve to be.

I have been involved with the International Hyperhidrosis Society since its inception a decade ago. Since that time I have watched it grow such that it now helps people around the world suffering from debilitating excessive sweating to find solid information and real medical treatment. Over the years I've heard countless stories from people who found help for their sweating through the International Hyperhidrosis Society and, because they were able to get treated, these people were able to start living life fully again. The International Hyperhidrosis Society has brought a devastating medical condition out from the shadows into the public's and medical world's awareness so that real progress can be made. If you know anyone who is embarassed, ashamed, or held back by excessive sweating (at work, at school, socially, emotionally, etc.), I can't recommend this organization enough.

Having a family member dealing with Hyperhidrosis, it's great to know that there are experts avai;label to assist in dealing with this condition. Keep up your great work!

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is an amazing organization that helps many people. Hyperhidrosis is very misunderstood and the Society gives very clear information that has personally helped me understand my secondary generalized hyperhidrosis as well as friends of mine who have experienced night sweats and other symptoms. God bless this group and the good work that they do.

My wife has hyperhidrosis and because of this, I have seen first hand the good works the IHHS does. They truly care about helping people with this condition and continually support sufferers and medical professionials alike. I know that because of them, my wifes quality of life has been dramatically improved!

I have suffered with hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) for as long as I can remember. It was determined that Botox injections would be the best treatment option for me as other treatment options had failed. However, insurance denied my claim and I was unable to pay out-of-pocket. Through the IHHS Symposium, I was able to receive thousands of dollars would of Botox for FREE. This has changed my life for the better. By receiving this treatment, I feel much more "normal" and am able to do things I had not done previously. Also, members of the IHHS staff have always helped me to feel welcomed and offered help and advice in any way they knew how. I am truly grateful for this wonderful organization!

We have been partnering with the IHHS since 2005 and love it! They are a great organization that is here to make a difference in people's lives and help make them better. They've got great information available and are always willing to help in anyway. It's an honor to be a part of their wonderful organization!! We plan on continuing our partnership with them as long as they will have us, which we hope is for a very long time.

This is the best website for information on Hyperhidrosis. I received information on products and services. The web page is updated regularly with the latest information and research. I don't feel like a freak of nature anymore because now I know I'm not alone in this world!

Though I have been a treament before knowing International Hyperhidrosis Society's site, I see that it really contains plenty of very helpful information about hyperhidrosis treament. I introduced the site to Vietnamese sufferer group on facebook. I hope many people can apply some of treaments and have great results. I also expect IHS organization expands to many areas all around the world for the treatment can come to all sufferers

The International Hyperhidrosis Society is the only resource of its kind for people with excessive sweating. Because excessive sweating is still widely under-diagnosed and misunderstood, even among healthcare providers, the information and resources that they provide are critical to so many people. The information on their website can be life-changing for people who have hyperhidrosis.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society does a superb job of helping people with a serious condition. They help people of all ages and all locations improve their health and living condition. They are the only organization that treats this serious problem.

I feel blessed to have the chance to work with such a caring group of individuals, who all work so hard to bring to light awareness of hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) as a true medical condition. Among its many programs aimed at education and advocacy, the Society holds seminars to educate physicians about this condition so that they, in turn, can help patients who are affected by this debilitating condition. Patients can even volunteer to receive free treatment at these seminars and also get the opportunity to meet others who also suffer with this condition. We frequently hear from patients that the treatment that these seminars provide is life-changing. This validation makes the work and effort put into organizing/holding these seminars totally worth it! What a rewarding way to spend time!

I have had the opportunity to do work for this nonprofit, and at all of the treatment seminars. This is a life changing organization! Both in it's free treatments and it's one-of-a-kind knowledge based, patient support website. Lisa Pieretti, the executive Director is an angel to thousands.

The International Hyperhidrosis Society has literally changed the lives of thousands who suffered in silence. I have personally seen how this organization works tirelessly to continue to raise awareness of excessive sweating, and hyperhidrosis. Working with a condition that has such a negative stigma is challenging but the IHHS breaks down the barriers and gets information and hope to the global population of sufferers. They are the only ones who do this. And they deserve our support.