JAH46
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Ok, I'm seeking some assistance. I'm 25 y.o. male who has experienced axillary (underarm) hyperhidrosis since my teen years.
I started with certain-dri, that worked for a short amount of time, and has never worked since.
I then tried a prescription anti-perspirant, which also worked at first, for a few weeks, but never worked after that.
I then went to a dermatologist, which suggested trying a Drionic device (that's iontophoresis, correct?) but my research online has shown this doesn't work as well for axillary hyperhidrosis, plus it's something that needs often repeat treatment.
I've since ordered odaban during the winter, and used it and the first time it worked well, and mad my underarms hurt from dryness and redness for days... then it never worked again.
I'm 25, it's getting to be summer, and looking at a finding a new job after my post-college first real job. Most will require much more social interaction, and I'm sick and tired of this fooling around with different topical treatments and I want to try something more drastic. :evil:
That appears to be either 1.) Botox injections or 2.) Excision by either curettage or liposuction. How do I go about the "next step"? How do I find out if my insurance company will cover or partly cover either of these? Do I simply call and ask? If they don't, can I "apply" for them to cover it? Do I schedule an appointment with a dermatologist to discuss the possibility of these two procedures? I'm ready to take a more drastic step, just not sure where to start. FWIW, although I know all insurance plans are different, mine is with Anthem. Healthkeepers. Any help or advice is appreciated.
I started with certain-dri, that worked for a short amount of time, and has never worked since.
I then tried a prescription anti-perspirant, which also worked at first, for a few weeks, but never worked after that.
I then went to a dermatologist, which suggested trying a Drionic device (that's iontophoresis, correct?) but my research online has shown this doesn't work as well for axillary hyperhidrosis, plus it's something that needs often repeat treatment.
I've since ordered odaban during the winter, and used it and the first time it worked well, and mad my underarms hurt from dryness and redness for days... then it never worked again.
I'm 25, it's getting to be summer, and looking at a finding a new job after my post-college first real job. Most will require much more social interaction, and I'm sick and tired of this fooling around with different topical treatments and I want to try something more drastic. :evil:
That appears to be either 1.) Botox injections or 2.) Excision by either curettage or liposuction. How do I go about the "next step"? How do I find out if my insurance company will cover or partly cover either of these? Do I simply call and ask? If they don't, can I "apply" for them to cover it? Do I schedule an appointment with a dermatologist to discuss the possibility of these two procedures? I'm ready to take a more drastic step, just not sure where to start. FWIW, although I know all insurance plans are different, mine is with Anthem. Healthkeepers. Any help or advice is appreciated.
