Why do some people get hyperhidrosis?

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Why do some people get hyperhidrosis?

In this video, Mr Usman Jaffer explains why some people get hyperhidrosis and the importance of knowing the difference. In some people, there may be an underlying cause such as a hormonal problem, while in others the cause may be unknown.

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