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" 17: Is it actually normal for me to sweat so much\u2014or at least, more than my friends?  Dr Sobel: Believe it or not, sweating is actually good for you\u2014it prevents heat exhaustion and heat stroke, which happen when the body overheats. Sweat on the skin cools down the body as it evaporates and helps keep it at its normal temperature of 98.6 degrees.  Sweating during a workout is also totally normal in teens because it&amp;#039;s the body&amp;#039;s way of cooling itself down. One of the many physical changes that happens around puberty is that the body&amp;#039;s millions of sweat glands become way more active. However, if excessive sweating is accompanied by certain symptoms\u2014 fever, significant weight loss, chest pain, shortness of breath, or a rapid, pounding heartbeat, those may be signs of a more serious medical issue and you should speak with your doctor.  17: Are there any steps that I can take to prevent sweating so much when I work out? Dr Sobel: Drink plenty of water all day long and as you exercise to keep your internal temperature cool. Another way to keep sweat at bay is to apply baby powder to your most sweaty regions right after you shower. This prevents irritation, which works wonders since irritated skin is more likely to perspire. It also helps to cover up any body odor that can occur with sweating.  Deodorant and antiperspirant are two different ways to treat body odor and sweating. Antiperspirant aims to do exactly what it sounds like\u2014prevent perspiration. The main &amp;quot;active&amp;quot; ingredient in antiperspirants is aluminum-based. It works to create a temporary block in sweat ducts. This stops sweat from reaching the surface of the skin. It&amp;#039;s important to note that deodorant does not block sweat. Instead, it neutralizes odors and fights bacteria.  Also, try to wear clothing that provides proper ventilation. Cotton is a breathable fabric, so it&amp;#039;s good to wear when exercising. Make sure to wash your workout clothes after every workout because sweaty gym clothes are a bacteria-breeding ground! 17: I&amp;#039;m also worried that swearing so much makes me, well\u2026stinky! Can I prevent that?  Dr Sobel: The odor from sweat comes when bacteria on the skin&amp;#039;s surface breaks down the fat and ferment sugar in sweat to form chemicals that smell. By showering using special anti-bacterial soaps, you can eliminate the bacteria-causing odor. After showering, make sure to dry yourself thoroughly and powder areas prone to sweat to avoid irritating the skin. 17: But what if I&amp;#039;m sweating a lot, especially in weird places, like my feet?  Dr Sobel: The official name for excessive sweating is &amp;quot;hyperhidrosis&amp;quot; \u2013 that&amp;#039;s when people have overactive sweat glands which can lead to uncontrollable sweating causing a lot of discomfort. This condition can affect the hands, feet and armpits. If your doctor diagnoses you with this condition, there are several treatments to try to improve it.  Excessive sweating may be controlled with strong antiperspirants, which plug the sweat ducts. You want to look for products containing 10 to 15 percent &amp;quot;aluminum chloride hexahydrate,&amp;quot; which are the first line of treatment for underarm sweating. If that&amp;#039;s not working, your doctor might prescribe a product containing a higher dose of aluminum chloride, which is applied nightly onto the affected areas.  If you notice you&amp;#039;re sweating more than usual, it could be caused by the foods you eat and/or medicines you take. Spicy foods, hot beverages, and caffeine can all make you sweat. Some medicines\u2014even too much Tylenol or aspirin\u2014can get your sweat ducts pumping. If your sweating feels excessive or uncomfortable, it may be time to visit your dermatologist.  All answers provided by Dr. Howard Sobel, M.D. "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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