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Night sweats are episodes of nighttime sweating, which can be an unpleasant result of menopause. There are other possible reasons for night sweats as well. Night sweats can soak your hair, bedclothes, and bedding.
It is estimated 75% of menopausal women have hot flashes and night sweats. This can last for ten years, although 7 to 9 years is typical. This can begin years before your last menstrual period.
Several Night Sweat Triggers
Listed below are some triggers in addition to menopause (including some medications) that can cause these night sweats, including:
Caffeine
Exercise
Alcohol
Spicy foods
Anxiety
Anger
Antidepressants
Antipyretics
Hypoglycemic agents that decrease blood sugar
Hormone therapy –medications that regulate the amount of hormones in your body
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I didn't know there were so many reasons for having night sweats (other than just getting old). I have hot flashes, but don't wake up drenched in sweat. Mr. Carb has night sweats maybe about once a month (and when he's uncomfortable the whole world…
This is wonderful information to help people who suffer from night sweats. Thankfully I have never had noght sweats but it is always good to know about it.
