Just another day

Today I went downtown for some Sunday afternoon shopping. I decided to walk because I haven't gotten out much in the past week, and I figured it would take longer and somehow make up for the lost time i've spent indoors.
So I finally get to my favorite store, only to see an old friend (female) in the men's department. At first I was thinking of turning around and leaving before she spotted me, but then I thought if she saw me and called my name it would be even worse. So I tried to play it cool, and I calmly walked up to her said hello giving her a confident hug and smile. She asked how I had been, and mid-way through my response it had already hit me...

I'm sure everyone with facial/cranial HH knows exactly what I'm talking about. The floodgates had opened. Then she says "Derrick you're sweating!" So this is usually where the excuses come in to play. I was going to say I ran to the store, but I was wearing sandals. So instead, I told her I was getting over a cold. The facial expression she had was priceless. With a blank stare, raised eyebrows, and mouth slightly opened she looked concerned, confused, and shocked all at the same time. I really wanted to laugh, but I knew that it would blow my cover. She told me that I needed to be in bed, and that was my saving grace and cue to get out of there. I acted like I received a text message, and stumbled out of the conversation because any type of farewell at that point would've been ridiculous.

As I was heading towards the exits I realized that I hadn't the chance to browse around yet, but running into my friend again would've been too risky. So I walked back home thinking about past episodes similar to today, and I appropriately ranked this one amongst the better half. I'm not dejected at all, just a bit weary of the future. I'm only 21 and I hope I have a lot life left to enjoy what I do have and to fulfill my purpose.

I use to take Glyco/Robinul but the results weren't consistent enough. I'd be dry one day, take the same dose the next and sweat profusely.

You're a good storyteller, I hope you know that

I'm really glad to hear you're not allowing yourself to become dejected, though. You ARE young and you will get over it if you keep trying new methods of prevention.

I get pretty bad facial sweating too and have found witch hazel wipes to be very effective. They may be able to help you out as well.

The saga continues...

So I woke up at around 8am to take Robinul and start my day. I usually wake earlier to take my 2mg dose, but I don’t start class until 6pm on Wednesdays so I can afford a later start. Today’s weather was very nice. Sunny, clear skies, about 68 degrees, cool ocean breeze, not much more I would ask for. I always feel a little boost of confidence when I do decide to take Robinul, but I can’t/don’t take it often because It gets pretty scary and dangerous whenever I’m playing sports.

So instead of strenuous activities, I decided to run a few errands to make today somewhat productive. To enjoy the weather, I rode my bike to the bank to transfer some funds. The teller was friendly and I felt good(dry) enough to carry out a decent “small talk” conversation. And it’s funny, whenever I’m able to hold a dry convo with anyone, I want to drag out the conversation to try to convince myself that I’m really not socially awkward it just the HH thing. So I ramble on about nothing and get a few laughs and smiles from the teller, and I notice that the line behind me looks like they want to kill me because I’m taking too long. From my peripheral vision they were abnormally fidgety, so I wrapped it up and got out there.

I left the bank with even more confidence and really looked forward to the rest of my day. I got home to wait for class and fell asleep. I’m not sure if I was really tired, but I think it’s Robinul which dries my eyes making me think that I need rest - fast forward a few hours - I’m walking to class now with a pep in my step - I HATE going to this class because of the seating arrangements. This is an English (reading) class, and the desks are set-up in a circle to encourage open discussion on the readings. This is easily the worst possible seating arrangement for anyone with HH because if it starts…there is absolutely nowhere to hide.

So I’m entering the class and I’m greeted by the guy I usually sit beside. He goes on complaining about the lengthy take-home final essay thats due next Tuesday. Because HH keeps me in more than I’d like, I had already finished the essay and I told him I completed it because I thought it would make me feel pretty good about myself. He gets all hysterical and draws more attention to me saying(yelling) “What?, your done!?”. The cutest girl in class looks over with her mouth open in amazement, or probably just jealousy. And then it starts. I wanted to get up and leave the class, but the desks are literally touching side to side, and in order to leave I would've had to ask someone to move, so I was stuck. I was thinking the whole time…this is going to be my 2nd post on SPW. Then this guy had the nerve to keep the attention on me by asking if it was hard, how long it took, etc. I dismissed his questions and acted like I was flipping through my notes and the teacher walks in (thank you professor). Class starts and it takes me a few minutes to get settled.

I love my life…

keep the stories coming man lol. have you tried changing your diet at all to try to limit the sweating? i think that's my next plan of action. i've tried ionto with no success (sweaty hands) and roll-on solutions haven't worked either.

I don't understand how everyone in my classes look so dry after driving and walking in 90 degree weather and I look like I just stepped out of the shower when I enter the building.

mblair90 said:

keep the stories coming man lol. have you tried changing your diet at all to try to limit the sweating? i think that's my next plan of action. i've tried ionto with no success (sweaty hands) and roll-on solutions haven't worked either.

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No, I haven't messed with the diet yet. I can give everything up except my Nestle Toll House chocolate chip cookies. But if you find a diet that works, I'm all ears.

fitftw said:

I don't understand how everyone in my classes look so dry after driving and walking in 90 degree weather and I look like I just stepped out of the shower when I enter the building.

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I know the feeling all too well. haha. And the bad part is I'll usually OD on robinul the next day and vow to never take the stuff again. haha

Basil said:

As to the story, you had it moving towards the point where it all starts and the switch goes on, but we didn't know what happened afterwards from your classmates perspective, have they noticed your abnormal state and why the guy in the next seat didn't comment on your condition?!

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Oops.

Well, whenever I start sweating I try to get defensive and maybe unapproachable. I'll give off a stare that says "don't even think about looking at my forehead". Turns out that I need a lot more work on my look because people usually have their eyes fixed to my head (and they always have their mouths slightly open)... I actually wish I could see myself when I start sweating, I bet its fascinating. I mean literally out of nowhere, it could start and I could probably form a small puddle on the ground if the attention is on me long enough (I'll leave the room/area before this ever happens).
But back to the classroom...the guy sitting next to me looked like he felt embarrassed for me. He would look at me, look away, at me, and away again like it was so thrilling he couldn't keep his eyes off of it. I had been sitting by him all quarter, and he's seen me sweat before so I think he tried to divert the attention away from me by asking the cute blond next to us about specifics of the final essay. The question he asked backfired because she asked me if what she was doing was okay since I had already finished. I swear when she looked at me the world stopped for a second (haha) it was like a movie scene. Then everyone(about 5 people) looked to me again to respond. I quickly answered her with "I don't know", so I wouldn't have to elaborate on how I knew it was supposed to be. She looked at me (forehead and eyes) smiled and then the teacher walked in. And I'm glad he did because I didn't want anymore attention in that moment. Once I collected myself later in the class, I held a small convo with the guy besides me because I didn't want to leave our last class with a poor memory of me in his head. So as we left, I told him I'd email him a copy of my essay.

This reminds me one day back when I was in college. I was in a math course when the professor was explaining something. There was something I was not really understanding so I rose my hand and asked if he could re-explain. It was a rather long question because I really had no clue what he had just taught. While I was asking my question I felt all the eyes on me and immediately the floodgates opened. Within seconds my forehead along with my shirt was soaking wet.

It happened again today. this is the second consecutive day. does anyone else have these episodes as frequent? I feel like I have enough of these things to write a book.
I didn't take glyco today, I used the neat feat Face Saver stuff instead. The Face Saver worked wonderfully all day until I played basketball. I guess the gel wore off from the sport perspiration.

I have had a lifetime of these sweat outbreaks on my hands where they would be dripping. It sucks, but we move along and deal with it in the best way possible. One of my coping mechanisms is too tell people about it. It's amazing how understanding people are once you tell them. It may not stop the sweat from pouring, but at least it can give you some sort of mental relief.

Thanks for sharing your stories.

Hey! does anyone have any advice on giving presentations? I have one Thursday. Its only 7 minutes, but most of us HH people know that's plenty of time for an outbreak. my plan now is to OD on robinul. any other/healthier suggestions?

A 7 minute presentation, that's tough. I would try to prepare for it so you are comfortable, but at the same time, don't anticipate it too much. Dress comfortably, something that won't be too hot. A lot of it is mental. It might be stressful before and during, but afterward you will be fine, and looking back, it won't really be a big deal when you look at the big picture. Easier said than done, I know, but you can do it.

Thanks for the advice hyp-hi and Basil. And I'll watch that big bang theory episode soon. Hopefully I'll have nothing but dry news to report for Thursday.

4mg of robinul and not a drip. I am happy to report that I gave a 7+ minute speech without sweating at all. For the first time in a while, I felt normal. Sure I was a little nervous to begin, but after I got through a few slides my confidence shot way up. Its like I'm two different people.

I used to take 2mg and I got inconsistent results but the 4mg did the trick. The only downside is that I'm afraid to play my daily games of pick-up basketball. I play for three main reasons: the first is because I love the game, second is because it is normal/acceptable to sweat freely while playing, and the majority of my friends and my social life comes through basketball conversation.

Anyways, today was great. Robinul/glyco is the best. Lets hope Dallas beats Mia. goodnite!

Congratulations on your successful presentation! I don't think taking Robinul should have a negative effect on your basketball. The only think would be possibly overheating if you really don't sweat at all when you play.

hyp-hi said:

Congratulations on your successful presentation! I don't think taking Robinul should have a negative effect on your basketball. The only think would be possibly overheating if you really don't sweat at all when you play.

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Thanks! Today was a small victory.

Yea the last time I played on 4mgs I got so hot I thought I was going to explode. My head was so hot it was scary. I thought about calling my mom and sisters to tell them i loved them haha. moral of the story - never play sports on 4mg of glyco/robinul. 2mg is usually fine.

Hello everyone
I wish you more success mattbarneswillkillu
After much research in the net and found one counseling from a patient suffering from social phobia, where the doctor pointed out that the problem of excessive sweating caused by a change in brain chemicals
sorry for my bad english

back again.
So today I went grocery shopping w/ the family. I hadn't anticipated the need to apply or take any anti-perspirant stuff this morning, but i'm sure that all u facial sweat ppl know that that's a regrettable assumption.
So anyway im walking casually through target, at ease with my two sisters. We spent about 30 minutes in the store, and the idea of sweat hadn't crossed my mind. There were people all around us talking, laughing, and shopping just as anyone would and I'm pretty sure I was subconsciously relaxed.
As we're making our way towards the check-out isle I see an old friends mother walking towards me and she's starring at me with a sly grin. So i throw on a cheesy smile and act as if i was remotely excited to see her (never really liked his mom). I gave her a warm hug and we started talking. I was good until I had to make conversation. That's when the sweat started. I grew up playing soccer with her son and she had practically seen my grow from a infant to the man I am today, so I couldn't give her "the stare" forcing her to leave.
Fortunately the sweat only came in little beads which wasn't too bad, but It was still kinda lame to say the least. She got the feeling that I was in a hurry and left. I was kinda upset, because I knew she'd tell her son. After we parted and she went on her way I pulled out my cell phone to act like I had a call, and I was able to wipe the sweat discretely.

I know I left a weird taste in her mouth and my afternoon sucked because for those 20mins after it happened I started thinking about sweating & life, and sweating.
O well, gotta go. Lets see if some fro-yo will brighten the day.