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What Causes Excessive Sweating In The Head Of A Child At Night?

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Posted on Wed, 2 Aug 2023
Question: is it normal for my 3 year old to sweat so bad when he sleeps? He is drenched when he wakes up. I havent noticed any fevers.
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Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Not a cause for concern.

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

Let me assure you that such sweating is absolutely normal in children and is not a cause for concern. They have a higher metabolic rate and hence the sweating. No need to worry.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards,
Dr. Diptanshu Das, Pediatrician
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What Causes Excessive Sweating In The Head Of A Child At Night?

Brief Answer: Not a cause for concern. Detailed Answer: Hi, Let me assure you that such sweating is absolutely normal in children and is not a cause for concern. They have a higher metabolic rate and hence the sweating. No need to worry. Hope I have answered your query. Regards, Dr. Diptanshu Das, Pediatrician