What can I do about sweating?
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Sweating is usually normal. One of the many physical changes of puberty is that the body's sweat glands become much more active. This is true not only when you exercise or get hot, but also when you're feeling some emotions, like feeling angry or nervous. Some of the glands, such as those in the armpits, also start to make body odour. It helps to take a bath or shower every day and after exercising or getting too hot. Try to find an antiperspirant or a deodorant-antiperspirant combination that works well for you. It can help to dress in layers helps too. That way, if you start to feel hot, you can cool down easily and hopefully avoid sweating. In rare cases, there are medical reasons for excessive sweating. It can help to speak to a GP if you feel it is excessive.