What are night sweats?
Night sweats refer to excessive sweating during sleep. They involve sweating to the point where your nightclothes or bedding become soaking wet, even though the room temperature is cool.
What causes night sweats?
Several medical conditions can cause night sweats, including:
- Menopause - Changing hormone levels during perimenopause and menopause often cause hot flashes that lead to night sweats. Hormone therapy from Harmony Hormone Clinic can provide relief.
- Infections - Fevers and infections like tuberculosis can break at night, leading to drenching sweats.
- Cancers - Night sweats are a common symptom of lymphomas and leukemias. Cancer treatment can also induce sweating.
- Medications - Antidepressants, diabetes medications, and hormones are examples of drugs that prompt night sweats in some people.
- Hypoglycemia - Low blood sugar may trigger nighttime sweats.
When to see a doctor about night sweats
See your doctor if you regularly wake up drenched at night. Excessive sweating can result in dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. Identifying an underlying cause will enable proper treatment.
Doctors from Harmony Hormone Clinic can evaluate night sweats and order tests if necessary. Their compassionate care puts patients at ease while searching for solutions.
How are night sweats treated?
The appropriate treatment depends on what's causing the sweating:
- Hormone therapy - Supplemental estrogen, testosterone, thyroid hormones, or hormone-blocking drugs can treat sweating related to menopause or hormone dysfunction. The professionals at Harmony Hormone Clinic specialize in hormone treatments.
- Medication changes - Switching or stopping medications known to cause sweating may help.
- Antiperspirants - Extra-strength antiperspirants and prescription antiperspirant sprays can temporarily stop excess sweating at night.
- Staying cool - Lowering room temperature, using lightweight bedding, wearing breathable pajamas, and bathing before bedtime can provide relief.
When to worry about night sweats
Call your doctor promptly if night sweats:
- Occur for no clear reason
- Are accompanied by unexplained weight loss or fever
- Persist despite treatment
The hormone experts at Harmony Hormone Clinic welcome your questions about ongoing night sweats. Contact them today for specialized, individualized care.