Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Hyperhidrosis



What is that? It is a condition of abnormal perspiration at generalized or specific area of the body. Normally it can be generalised to hands, feet, facial, armpit. It is an inherited traits. 1 in 100 has this problem. They even has a support group for this!

You see, I have this problem. I have sweaty palms. Some of my friends call me clammy hands LOL. Actually, it is can be pretty embarrassing. In my line of work I meet new people every week. Before shaking hands with them I must wipe my hands first...that really suck.

Funny thing is that the problem is intermittent. Normally, this happens when I am focussed on something.When I am focussed on work, the keyboard can be pretty wet. When I drive fast, my hand got wet (that's why I use driving glove in sepang. Normal road no need la). When I am rested or relaxed, no problem pulak. I believe it is also linked to my anxiety level. Higher anxiety = more sweat.

There is a cure for this. People like me will have to undergo an operation. I may consider it if it gets worst. Else, no need la. Just hope people don't judge me by my sweaty palms. I have been told my fingers can do magic...*wink*wink*

1 comment:

gracetcp said...

i get sweaty palms when I drive >180km/hr. Maybe scared I'd crash :)