Bromhidrosis, a common condition affecting the armpits, can be quite distressing for sufferers. Surgical treatment is an effective method for addressing bromhidrosis, and the following are common surgical techniques:
Traditional open surgery
Traditional open surgery involves making a 10-15 centimeter incision in the armpit to separate the armpit skin and subcutaneous tissue, and then removing the sweat glands.
While this surgery is effective, the recovery time is longer, and scarring is noticeable, which can have some impact on daily life.
Axillary micro-incision surgery
Axillary micro-incision surgery entails making several small incisions in the armpit and using specialized tools inserted through these small incisions to disrupt the sweat glands.
This method is effective, with faster postoperative recovery and less noticeable scarring, but it requires some degree of skill and experience.
Minimally invasive surgery
Minimally invasive surgery is a common method for diagnosing and treating bromhidrosis.
Under local anesthesia, the surgeon makes one or two 1.5-centimeter incisions in the armpit skin.
Through these small incisions, precise surgical instruments are used to scrape and remove the hair follicles and large sweat glands in the armpit area, effectively eliminating bromhidrosis.
This method results in minimal trauma, shorter surgery time, significant efficacy, minimal postoperative bandaging requirements, minimal restriction of upper limb movement, low risk of postoperative infection, minimal scarring, and no impact on function.
It also has a cosmetic effect of removing underarm hair, particularly beneficial for female patients.
Therefore, minimally invasive surgery has become one of the primary methods for treating bromhidrosis.
Laser treatment
Laser treatment involves using laser technology to destroy sweat glands without the need for surgical incisions.
It is effective with rapid postoperative recovery, but multiple treatments may be required, and it tends to be more expensive.
Botulinum toxin injection
Botulinum toxin injection involves injecting botulinum toxin to reduce sweat gland secretion without surgical incisions.
It's effective, easy to perform, but requires regular injections, and long-term effectiveness is uncertain.
Use of antibacterial drugs
Using antibacterial drugs involves applying antibacterial agents to reduce bacterial growth in the armpits, thereby alleviating bromhidrosis symptoms.
While the effectiveness of this approach is limited and only provides temporary relief, it cannot cure the problem.
Daily cleaning and care
Daily cleaning and care involve regular armpit cleansing and maintaining dryness to reduce bacterial growth, thereby alleviating bromhidrosis symptoms.
While this approach cannot cure the problem, it can alleviate symptoms and prevent infection.
Seek professional medical advice
Before choosing surgical treatment, it's advisable to consult with a professional medical practitioner to understand the advantages, disadvantages, scope of application, and risks of various surgical methods, in order to select the most suitable surgical approach based on individual circumstances and needs.
Additionally, postoperative care should include daily cleaning and maintenance to prevent infection and complications.
In summary, surgical treatment for bromhidrosis is an effective method, but different surgical methods have different advantages, disadvantages, and scope of application.
It is recommended to consult with a professional medical practitioner before selecting a surgical method and then choose the most suitable surgical approach based on individual circumstances and needs.
Meanwhile, postoperative attention to daily cleaning and care is necessary to prevent infection and complications.
