Diseases

Night Sweats

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Night sweats are repeated episodes of extreme perspiration that may soak your nightclothes or bedding and are related to an underlying medical condition or illness. You may occasionally awaken after having perspired excessively, particularly if you are sleeping under too many blankets or if your bedroom is too warm

SYMPTOMS

Chills, or shaking with a fever, vaginal dryness, or mood changes, depending upon the cause. Less common causes of night sweats include infections and cancers.

CAUSES

Menopause. The hot flashes that accompany menopause can occur at night and cause sweating. ...
Idiopathic hyperhidrosis. ...
Infections. ...
Cancers. ...
Medications . ...
Hypoglycemia. ...
Hormone disorders. ...
Neurologic conditions.