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Private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) clinic in London, same-day dermatology.

Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating beyond what the body needs — it is common and treatable, from prescription antiperspirants to other options. Our private dermatology clinic in East London offers same-day excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) assessment with a private dermatologist, diagnosis and a clear treatment plan — usually without a referral and often the same day.

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The condition

What is excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)?

Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating beyond what the body needs — it is common and treatable, from prescription antiperspirants to other options.

  • Underarm sweating
  • Palm & sole sweating
  • Facial sweating
  • Prescription antiperspirants
  • Treatment options
  • Underlying-cause check

Understanding excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)

Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis): symptoms, causes, tests & treatment

Seek assessment rather than treating it as simple hyperhidrosis if sweating

  • started suddenly in adulthood, or has changed recently
  • occurs mainly at night, drenching the bedding
  • comes with weight loss, fever or swollen glands
  • comes with palpitations, tremor or heat intolerance
  • is one-sided, or in an unusual distribution
  • comes with flushing, headaches or very high blood pressure

Night sweats with weight loss need investigating for infection, lymphoma and other serious causes. Sudden onset in adulthood suggests a secondary cause — thyroid disease, diabetes, menopause, infection, anxiety disorder, or a medication side effect — and treating the cause treats the sweating.

Primary or secondary

  • Primary hyperhidrosis — begins in childhood or adolescence, affects specific sites (underarms, palms, soles, face or scalp), is usually symmetrical, occurs at least weekly, stops during sleep, and often runs in families.
  • Secondary hyperhidrosis — begins later, is generalised rather than focal, often occurs at night, and has an underlying cause worth finding.

Treatment, in order

Step 1antiperspirant used correctly
Step 2iontophoresis, or botulinum toxin
Step 3tablets, and rarely surgery

Almost everyone uses antiperspirant wrongly

Aluminium chloride antiperspirant must be applied to completely dry skin, at night before bed, and washed off in the morning. Sweat glands are least active overnight, which is when the product can plug them. Applied to damp skin in the morning it does very little and causes irritation. Start with two or three nights a week and reduce frequency as it takes effect. If it stings, apply a bland moisturiser the following morning or use a lower concentration — do not simply abandon it.

  • Iontophoresis — a weak electrical current passed through water, mainly for hands and feet. Effective, requires several sessions weekly at first then maintenance, and machines can be used at home.
  • Botulinum toxin injections — highly effective for underarm sweating, blocking the nerve signal to the sweat glands. Results appear within one to two weeks and last around four to six months, sometimes longer. Also used for palms and face, though injections there are more uncomfortable.
  • Oral medication — anticholinergics such as oxybutynin or glycopyrronium reduce sweating throughout the body. Dry mouth, blurred vision and constipation are common and dose-limiting.
  • Topical glycopyrronium for facial sweating.
  • Surgery — sympathectomy is a last resort. It is effective but carries a significant risk of compensatory sweating elsewhere, which can be worse than the original problem and is not reversible.

Day to day

Helps

  • Natural fabrics; black or white shows sweat least
  • Underarm shields or moisture-wicking undershirts
  • Changing socks twice daily, with moisture-absorbing insoles
  • Antibacterial soap, and treating athlete's foot
  • Reducing caffeine, alcohol and spicy food if they trigger it

Worth knowing

  • Sweating attracts no odour until bacteria act on it
  • Deodorant masks smell; antiperspirant reduces sweat — they are different products
  • Anxiety about sweating increases sweating, which is why treatment often helps mood too
  • Some antidepressants cause sweating and can be switched
  • It frequently improves in later adulthood

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Private assessment

See a private dermatologist for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) in London

At our private dermatology clinic on Whitechapel Road in East London, you can see a private dermatologist or excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) doctor without a referral — most days, often the same day. A private GP in East London or consultant dermatologist will assess you, arrange the right tests and explain your diagnosis and treatment options clearly. We help patients across East London, Canary Wharf, the City, Docklands and Aldgate who want fast, private answers about excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis).

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Local, private, fast

A private dermatology clinic for East London & Canary Wharf

Tower Bridge Hospital is on Whitechapel Road in the heart of East London — minutes from Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands and Aldgate. Patients across Tower Hamlets, Wapping, Limehouse and Bethnal Green choose us for a fast, private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) appointment with a dermatologist, without the wait or the referral.

Why choose us

Why choose our East London private dermatology clinic

  • Same-day, no referral — private GP and dermatology under one roof
  • Consultant dermatologists, GMC-registered
  • Dermoscopy & minor surgery on site for moles and lumps
  • Minutes from Canary Wharf & the City of London
  • Medical & cosmetic skin care in one place
  • Transparent pricing and a clear plan

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Common questions

Excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) in London: your questions answered

Where can I find a private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) specialist near me in East London?

Our private dermatology clinic is on Whitechapel Road in East London, minutes from Canary Wharf and the City. You can see a private dermatologist or excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) doctor for assessment and treatment, usually the same day and without a referral.

Can I see a private dermatologist for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) the same day?

Yes. We hold same-day private appointments most days, including Saturdays, so you can be assessed by a dermatologist or GP quickly, with tests done in-house where possible.

How much does a private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) appointment cost in London?

We keep pricing transparent — see our fees page or call 020 7916 0029, and we will explain the cost of the excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) assessment and any tests before you book.

Do I need a referral to see a private dermatologist for excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis)?

No. You can book directly with our clinic. If you are unsure whether to start with a private GP or a dermatologist, we will guide you.

How is excessive sweating treated?

Options range from strong antiperspirants to other treatments; we assess the pattern and advise.

Can excessive sweating signal another condition?

Sometimes — we can arrange blood tests to check for causes such as thyroid problems where relevant.

Which areas do you serve for private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) care?

We see private patients from across East London, Canary Wharf, the City of London, Docklands, Aldgate, Wapping, Limehouse and Tower Hamlets.

Medically reviewed by Dr Haydar Bolat — Clinical Director, GMC 7138332. Last reviewed August 2026 · next review August 2027. Written in line with our editorial & content-review policy, using guidance from the NHS, NICE and the relevant royal colleges. This information is general and does not replace personal medical advice.

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Private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) care in London & East London — Whitechapel, the City & Canary Wharf

Patients visit our Whitechapel clinic for private excessive Sweating (Hyperhidrosis) assessment and treatment from right across London and East London, the City and the Docklands — including Aldgate, Bethnal Green, Bow, Shoreditch, Canary Wharf, Stratford, Bermondsey and the surrounding areas. Same-day and walk-in appointments are available and you do not need a GP referral.

Easy to reach — minutes from the Royal London Hospital and Aldgate East, Whitechapel, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations, and one stop from Canary Wharf on the Elizabeth line.

Private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) treatment near me? If you are searching for private excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) treatment near me, a excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis) doctor or specialist near me, or a private clinic near me in East London, our Whitechapel practice is on your doorstep — walk-in and same-day appointments, no GP referral, and no long NHS waiting list.

Book a same-day appointment or call 020 7916 0029. See our transparent fees. Open 7 days a week, 9am–7pm. Private clinic on Whitechapel Road, London E1 — serving Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Newham, Islington, the City of London and Southwark.

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