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New System to Treat Excessive Sweating of Underarms

by Dr. Trupti Shirole on Feb 11 2011 11:45 PM

Excessive sweating of the underarms can now be treated with miraDry system, a product developed by Miramar labs from Sunnyvale.

New System to Treat Excessive Sweating of Underarms
Excessive sweating of the underarms can now be treated with miraDry system, a product developed by Miramar labs from Sunnyvale.
Microwave energy is used in this system to cause thermal necrosis of sweat glands in the required area. It is a non-invasive treatment and requires a 2hour session with the doctor. The procedure is completed in 3steps- temporary markings are made on the skin, local anesthesia is administered and then the miraDry system is used.

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The actual time period required for the treatment is about 40minutes. Just in case some areas are skipped, a touch up visit may be needed. The custom software makes it easier to carry out the process. Majority patients notice difference soon after the treatment.

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