Until the practice of shaking hands goes out of vogue, sweaty palm sufferers will want to figure out a way to solve, or at least minimize, this problem. -Try clapping cornstarch or talcum powder between your palms. Medicated powders are available to soak up moisture, too. -Use an unscented, aluminum salt-based antiperspirant, preferably a product made for palms and feet. One called Drysol is available here: http://www.mintopharmacy.com/index.php?nav=6 -Make an appointment to see your health care provider if over-the-counter remedies don't help. Profuse sweating that occurs at inappropriate times (when you're not hot and you haven't been exercising) is a rare condition called hyperhidrosis.

Hyperhidrosis is a condition of excessive sweating. This is a medical condition caused by an overactivity of the sympathetic nervous system of the sweat glands. The only effective medical treatment for severe hyperhidrosis is a surgical procedure called Endoscopic Thoracic Sympathectomy or, ETS. This operation can now be performed safely as an outpatient, same-day procedure. There is very little bleeding involved, which reduces recovery time, minimizes scarring, and contributes to less post-operative pain. Patients enjoy quality results, immediately! Read More on Hyperhidrosis http://www.curesweatypalms.com/ Some medical treatments are available, but the only long-lasting, effective treatment is a surgical procedure known as endoscopic thoracic sympathectomy, which is now available at Memorial Hospital. "This condition is caused by hyperactive sympathetic nervous activity of the sweat glands of the hands," Dr. Headrick explains. "To reach the sympathetic nerves, we use a small incision below the armpit on both sides in an outpatient procedure. The treatment is 99% effective in curing sweaty palms and will also benefit 80% to 90% of armpit cases and 70% of sweaty feet cases." http://www.memorial.org/features/chickensoup/fall_2004/story_1.asp