Hyperhidrosis

I have suffered from Hyperhidrosis since 3rd grade. Hyperhidrosis is a medical condition in which a person sweats excessively and unpredictably. People with hyperhidrosis may sweat even when the temperature is cool or when they are at rest.
I have tried many antiperspirants and topical creams. None have worked. The topical creams leave skin irritation and the antiperspirants just plain out do not work. There are other treatments such as Botox, laser surgery and spinal surgery; there is no way I can pay for those type of treatments.
If you have not met me or anyone with hyperhidrosis you probably do not think that it could be that severe. Trust me, it is. It affected me physically and emotionally in so many areas; Anxiety, paranoia, choice in apparel, dating, self esteem, job interviews etc.
I wish I could say that I found something that cured my excessive sweating, but unfortunately I have not. I have let it hold me back from doing a lot of things, but with saying that I have also taken a few risks.
As I stated earlier that this disease (if you can call it that) has affected many areas in my life. Dating was a big one. I did not date many people. Some would say that is foolish or that I am lucky to have found my true love so fast and so young. I would have to say I agree that I am lucky and truly blessed. Every time I would put myself out there to date someone, I dreaded the time I had to hold their hand. So I would explain my situation to the guy right before they got the chance to get a disgusting surprise. I mainly received weird looks, a few comments and sometimes they would knowingly take my sweating hand but have to continually let go to dry theirs off. Who can blame them for being disgusted or my embarrassment. My relationship with Dustin was off and on for quiet some time. When I told him about my excessive sweating I did not receive any weird looks, comments or even withdrawal. This is just one of many things that enhanced our relationship. Still to this day he does not withdrawal, and the only time he says anything about it is if I bring it up for discussion.
It is because of my husband that I stopped worrying so much about it and letting it run my life. All it took was one person to show me that I was truly special even with this huge flaw. He truly accepts all of me.
If I was to give someone who is struggling with this or something that is holding them back advice (which is easier said then done) is that you really do need to accept yourself and your problem. Don't let it control you.  Most people will not understand because they are not in your shoes, but know that you are not alone someone somewhere is struggling with the same thing if not worse. Someone always has it worse is a true statemet (even though sometimes we would like to think ours is).