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What Causes Recurring Night Sweats?
Hi. I m a 29 year old female who for the past few months has been experiencing night sweats. I wake up thinking its going to be 80-90 degree s but the air is on 68. I m not running a temp, not on any medications, had my tubes tied almost a year ago. Am not pregnant have been tested for TB (I work in healthcare and I m tested yearly) I m waking up 2-3 times a night. Was in the hospital for asthma attack few weeks ago blood work and cxr looked good. Any ideas?
Wed, 29 Mar 2023
Hi,
Recurring night sweats can be caused by a variety of factors, including hormonal imbalances, infections, medications, and underlying medical conditions. Some common causes of night sweats in women include menopause, thyroid disorders, and certain medications such as antidepressants or blood pressure medications.
It is important to discuss your symptoms with your healthcare provider, who can perform a thorough evaluation to determine the underlying cause of your night sweats and recommend the appropriate treatment. This may include blood tests, imaging studies, or other diagnostic tests as needed.
In the meantime, there are some lifestyle changes you can make that may help alleviate your symptoms. These include practicing good sleep hygiene, such as sleeping in a cool, dark room, also, avoid caffeine or alcohol before bed, and wear lightweight, breathable clothing to bed. It may also be helpful to keep a journal of your symptoms and any triggers that may be causing them, as this can help you and your healthcare provider identify patterns or underlying causes of your night sweats.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
Recurring night sweats can be caused by a variety of factors, including hormonal imbalances, infections, medications, and underlying medical conditions. Some common causes of night sweats in women include menopause, thyroid disorders, and certain medications such as antidepressants or blood pressure medications.
It is important to discuss your symptoms with your healthcare provider, who can perform a thorough evaluation to determine the underlying cause of your night sweats and recommend the appropriate treatment. This may include blood tests, imaging studies, or other diagnostic tests as needed.
In the meantime, there are some lifestyle changes you can make that may help alleviate your symptoms. These include practicing good sleep hygiene, such as sleeping in a cool, dark room, also, avoid caffeine or alcohol before bed, and wear lightweight, breathable clothing to bed. It may also be helpful to keep a journal of your symptoms and any triggers that may be causing them, as this can help you and your healthcare provider identify patterns or underlying causes of your night sweats.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Priyanka, General & Family Physician
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