{"id":745,"date":"2026-08-20T17:07:15","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T15:07:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/glossar\/schweissdruesenabsaugung\/"},"modified":"2026-08-28T11:45:45","modified_gmt":"2026-08-28T09:45:45","slug":"sweat-gland-suction","status":"publish","type":"glossary","link":"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/glossar\/schweissdruesenabsaugung\/","title":{"rendered":"Sweat Gland Removal: A Permanent Solution for Hyperhidrosis"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#was-ist-eine-schweissdrusenabsaugung\">What is sweat gland suction?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#das-wirkprinzip-die-zweifache-mechanische-entfernung\">The principle behind it: dual mechanical removal<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#fur-wen-ist-der-eingriff-geeignet\">Who is this procedure suitable for?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#die-methoden-im-vergleich-operativ-chemisch-oder-thermisch\">A comparison of the methods: surgical, chemical or thermal?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#risiken-und-die-bedeutung-der-passenden-finanziellen-absicherung\">Risks and the importance of appropriate financial protection<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq-zur-schweissdrusenabsaugung\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on sweat gland suction<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-style-boxed has-white-warm-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important note<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article is for information purposes only and is not a substitute for a medical diagnosis or advice. If you are unsure, or if you require a personalised treatment plan, it is essential that you consult a qualified specialist.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Excessive and uncontrollable sweating, particularly in the underarm area (axillary hyperhidrosis), places an enormous physical and psychological strain on those affected. When conservative treatments such as specialised deodorants reach their limits, modern medicine offers permanent solutions. One of the most effective surgical methods is sweat gland suction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article provides a clear and comprehensive explanation of what sweat gland suction is, how the procedure works and how it differs from other common treatment methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung.jpg\" alt=\"Photo: Sweat gland suction treatment for hyperhidrosis\" class=\"wp-image-315 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung.jpg 660w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-300x298.jpg 300w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-12x12.jpg 12w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-120x120.jpg 120w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-40x40.jpg 40w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-80x80.jpg 80w, https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_schweissdruesenabsaugung-160x160.jpg 160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"was-ist-eine-schweissdrusenabsaugung\">What is sweat gland suction?<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sweat gland suction, also known as suction curettage, is a minimally invasive surgical procedure designed to permanently reduce sweat production in the armpits. In this procedure, the sweat glands, which lie directly beneath the skin, are physically removed using a combination of suction and scraping (curettage). As the sweat glands removed mechanically do not regrow, the effect is generally permanent. However, any remaining glands may remain active or may increase slightly as a compensatory mechanism over time, meaning that some residual sweat production may persist.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"das-wirkprinzip-die-zweifache-mechanische-entfernung\">The principle behind it: dual mechanical removal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-step-list\">\n<li><strong>Extraction (suction)<\/strong> Much like a <a href=\"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/glossary\/liposuction\/\">Liposuction<\/a> (Liposuction): the surgeon inserts a special, thin cannula into the subcutaneous fatty tissue of the armpit via small incisions in the skin. The suction created removes fat cells and most of the sweat glands embedded within them.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Curettage<\/strong> The cannula used has a sharpened opening at its tip. After the initial suction, the surgeon guides the cannula directly beneath the skin\u2019s surface. Through this mechanical scraping, the remaining sweat glands, which are firmly attached to the underside of the dermis, are selectively removed and also suctioned out.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"fur-wen-ist-der-eingriff-geeignet\">Who is this procedure suitable for?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sweat gland suction is the treatment of choice for patients diagnosed with severe axillary hyperhidrosis who:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>conservative and temporary treatments (e.g. with botulinum toxin) did not produce the desired results.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the focus is on finding a long-term, permanent solution.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the distress caused by excessive sweating is very severe.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"die-methoden-im-vergleich-operativ-chemisch-oder-thermisch\">A comparison of the methods: surgical, chemical or thermal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Criterion<\/th><th>Sweat gland suction (suction curettage)<\/th><th>Botulinum toxin injection (Botox\u00ae)<\/th><th>Thermal procedures (e.g. miraDry\u00ae)<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Mechanism of action<\/td><td>Physical removal of the sweat glands<\/td><td>Chemical blockade of nerve signals to the sweat glands<\/td><td>Destruction of the sweat glands by microwave energy (heat)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Invasiveness<\/td><td>Minimally invasive surgery<\/td><td>Non-invasive (injections only)<\/td><td>Non-invasive<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Result<\/td><td>Long-term \/ permanent<\/td><td>Temporary (effective for approx. 4\u20137 months)<\/td><td>Effective in the long term \u2013 repeat treatments may be necessary<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Anaesthesia<\/td><td>Tumescent local anaesthesia required<\/td><td>No anaesthetic required, or only an anaesthetic cream<\/td><td>Local anaesthesia<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Downtime<\/td><td>Several days to about a week (wearing a compression vest is recommended)<\/td><td>No downtime<\/td><td>A few days (swelling and redness may occur)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"560\" height=\"525\" src=\"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/2025-09_risiken-schweissdruesenabsaugung.svg\" alt=\"Infographic: Risks associated with sweat gland removal\" class=\"wp-image-314 size-full\"\/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"risiken-und-die-bedeutung-der-passenden-finanziellen-absicherung\">Risks and the importance of appropriate financial protection<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although sweat gland suction is a very safe and effective procedure, like any operation, it carries risks.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether the health insurance fund covers the costs depends on the exact diagnosis, the severity of the condition and the chosen treatment method. Whilst conservative treatments such as <a href=\"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/glossary\/botulinumtoxin\/\">Botulinum toxin<\/a> Whilst the costs may be covered in certain cases, reimbursement for surgical procedures such as sweat gland suction is usually difficult to obtain and is not guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One <a href=\"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/after-care-insurance\/\"><strong>Consequential Costs Insurance<\/strong><\/a> can provide financial security should medically necessary follow-up treatment be required after your operation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"haufig-gestellte-fragen-faq-zur-schweissdrusenabsaugung\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) on sweat gland suction<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;autoclose&quot;: false, &quot;accordionItems&quot;: [] }\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/accordion\" role=\"group\" class=\"wp-block-accordion is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-is-layout-flow\">\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-1&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-1\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Is sweat gland suction painful?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-1\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-1-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The procedure itself is carried out under a special form of local anaesthesia (tumescent anaesthesia) and is painless. In the days following the procedure, you may experience some tenderness at the site of the incision and a strong feeling of tightness, which can be effectively managed with standard painkillers.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-2&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-2\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Will you be completely sweat-free afterwards?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-2\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-2-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The aim is to achieve a significant reduction to a normal, socially acceptable level. A 100% level of dryness is not, and should not be, the aim, as a certain amount of residual moisture is part of normal skin function. A reduction in sweat production of 80\u201390% is a realistic outcome.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-3&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-3\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">Does this mean you sweat more in other areas (compensatory sweating)?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-3\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-3-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Compensatory sweating is a well-known but rare side effect of other procedures (e.g. sympathectomy). In the case of localised removal of sweat glands in the armpits, compensatory sweating is extremely rare and, unlike nerve procedures (e.g. ETS), occurs only in exceptional cases.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div data-wp-class--is-open=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-context=\"{ &quot;id&quot;: &quot;accordion-item-4&quot;, &quot;openByDefault&quot;: false }\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.initAccordionItems\" data-wp-on-window--hashchange=\"callbacks.hashChange\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-item is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-item-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading\"><button aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" data-wp-bind--aria-expanded=\"state.isOpen\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.toggle\" id=\"accordion-item-4\" type=\"button\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle\"><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-title\">How long does it take to heal?<\/span><span class=\"wp-block-accordion-heading__toggle-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">+<\/span><\/button><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div aria-labelledby=\"accordion-item-4\" data-wp-bind--hidden=\"state.isHidden\" data-wp-on--beforematch=\"actions.handleBeforeMatch\" id=\"accordion-item-4-panel\" role=\"region\" class=\"wp-block-accordion-panel is-layout-flow wp-block-accordion-panel-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A special compression vest must be worn for about a week. You should avoid sport and heavy physical work for 3\u20134 weeks. Mild swelling may persist for several weeks.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Sweat gland suction is one of the most effective surgical methods for treating excessive sweating in the underarm area, known as axillary hyperhidrosis.<\/p>","protected":false},"template":"","class_list":["post-745","glossary","type-glossary","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/glossary\/745","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/glossary"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/glossary"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/4beauty.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=745"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}