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Sports that are too intense or outdoor activities during hot weather certainly make the body sweat, including in the groin area. Even so, some people may continue to sweat excessively regardless of the time and place. Sweaty groin constantly makes you uncomfortable because your underwear is constantly feeling damp. Very annoying, right? What is the cause of excessive sweating in the groin?
The cause of the groin sweating profusely without stopping
Sweating is a common reaction experienced by humans to cool the body and keep its body temperature stable. This process involves your metabolism, nervous system, hormones, blood flow and the emotions you feel.
Sweat is produced by 2-5 million sweat glands that spread under the skin all over your body, including in the groin area. In general, women have more sweat glands than men, but men's sweat glands tend to be more active and sweat more profusely.
Regardless of the weather and your gender, if your groin is sweating profusely and doesn't know the time to interfere with your activities, it could be a sign of a problem with your body. Especially when accompanied by other symptoms such as itchy skin, strong body odor, and skin prone to blisters.
There are several medical conditions that generally cause the groin to sweat profusely without stopping. Among others:
- Hyperhidrosis, which is a nervous disorder that causes the sweat glands to overwork themselves to produce sweat even though they are not needed.
- Have low blood sugar that is below normal (hypoglycemia).
- Side effects of certain drugs, such as hypertension drugs, chemotherapy, and antidepressants.
- Psychological effects of anxiety disorder or excessive stress.
- Obesity
- Have diabetes diabetic people are prone to sweating profusely all the time, worse at night.
- Hormonal disorders, such as PCOS and hyperthyroidism.
- Especially in women, the body's hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy and menopause.
How do you deal with this condition?
Overcoming excessive sweating in the groin can be done with doctor's care according to the cause and combined with changes in lifestyle for the better. Some things that must be considered to reduce sweating include:
- Use an antiperspirant deodorant containing aluminum chloride.
- Use underwear made from natural materials, such as cotton, which is soft and absorbs sweat better
- Choose underwear or boxers that aren't too tight
- Shower twice a day
- Avoid spicy foods that trigger sweat, caffeinated drinks, and alcohol
- Do relaxation exercises, such as yoga or meditation to reduce stress and exercise routines to lose weight if you are obese
Your doctor may also prescribe antifungal medications, neuroprotective drugs, hormone therapy, or even suggest that you undergo Botox injections as a last resort if lifestyle adjustments are not working to control excessive sweating.
