What Causes Excessive Sweating In A 59 Year Old?

Posted on Wed, 16 Aug 2017

Question: Hi Dr . I am a 59 w/o male who sweats profusely . I sweat in my sleep . I sweat sitting outside on a warm day doing nothing . It seems to generate from my head . Any ideas ? What type of MD would I see . Thank You .

Answered by Dr. Lekshmi Rita Venugopal (49 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Rule out hyperthyroidism

Detailed Answer:
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Excessive sweating can be an indication of thyroid discrepancy in the body. Excessive thyroid hormone levels (hyperthyroidism) can cause such symptoms.

Thyroid function tests are required to confirm the diagnosis.
You can follow up with your primary care provider to confirm the diagnosis and appropriate management.
Meanwhile, stay hydrated.Drink plenty of fluids containing electrolytes like Gatorade.Stay in cool comfortable temperature.

Hope this answers your question
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Dr.Lekshmi

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T