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Hyperhidrosis Causes
Sympathetic nerve chains in the chest
Causes of Hyperhidrosis
The cause of hyperhidrosis is not well understood, but it is known that the sympathetic nervous system (responsible for the fight-or-flight response when under stress) is important in the control of sweating. This system may for some reason be overactive in patients who suffer from hyperhidrosis.