Night sweats, also known as sleep or nocturnal hyperhidrosis, refers to moderate to profuse sweating that takes place while you sleep, according to Stanford University. Some patients will experience sweating throughout the day, as well as at night. Some causes of night sweats include stress, hyperthyroidism, epilepsy, cerebral palsy, a head injury or diabetes. Following some specific tips will help you stop sweating at night and get a more restful sleep.
Step 1
Visit your pharmacist and have him examine any medications you may be taking. Certain medications create night sweats as a side effect. Have the pharmacist change your medication if it could be the culprit.
Step 2
Visit your doctor to try and pinpoint the underlying cause of the sweating. Undergo diagnostic testing if your doctor feels a medical reason may exist.
Step 3
Examine your diet to see if you may be consuming an allergen that could be creating the problem. Ask your doctor about an elimination diet to narrow down any potential dietary causes.
Step 4
Change your sleeping arrangements so you are in a cooler environment. Use a fan or window air conditioner, less bed clothes and lighter blankets.
Step 5
Ask about Botox injections to stop the sweating altogether if you can't find relief by other means. The doctor will inject botulinum toxin, or Botox, into the sweat glands under your arms to effectively cease perspiration, says the International Hyperhidrosis Society.
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