Night Sweats in Women
by Joan
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Because night sweats in women can be the result of many things, including wearing too many bedclothes, covering up with bulky covers at night, or sleeping in a sweltering bedroom, night sweats in women can also be caused by menopause via menopause night sweats, certain medications, and medical conditions.
Medical Causes of Night Sweats In Women
The following medical conditions have been known to cause night sweats in women:
- idiopathic hyperhidrosis and sleep hyperhidrosis
- bacterial infections like tuberculosis and inflammation of the heart valves
- HIV/AIDS
- lymphoma
- hypoglycemia
- diabetes
- hormone disorders such as hyperthyroidism
- neurological conditions
For more on conditions behind night sweats, visit night sweats causes. One tricky condition is insomnia. Sometimes it acts as the trigger for night sweats and sometimes it is a symptom.
How to Reduce Night Sweats in Women
Night Sweats In Women
Most night sweats in women only happen every once in a while, and the majority of these episodes are harmless. But waking up with soaking wet covers and pajamas can be a bit annoying, so finding relief from symptoms is important. Here are some ways to control excess sweating at night.
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Manage night sweats stress with regular exercise such as walking, jogging, biking, or swimming to ward off night sweats. However, do not do these types of exercises prior to bedtime; they raise the body’s core temperature and increase perspiration while sleeping. Meditation and deep breathing techniques are more appropriate stress-relief options to do before bedtime.
Avoid eating heavy meals before you go to sleep. The food will just sit in your stomach, and cause you to feel bloated and uncomfortable. Also, spicy foods and hot beverages increase perspiration while making night sweats more likely.
Hormone Replacement Therapy, Estrogen and Foods for Menopause
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and increasing your intake of estrogenic foods helps replace lost estrogen, which can help combat night sweats due to menopause. Foods that naturally contain estrogen and help with low estrogen symptoms include:
- alfalfa
- apples
- barley
- beets
- carrots
- dairy
- eggs
- olives and olive oil
- oats
- tomatoes
- pomegranates
- potatoes
- yams
Universal Precautions for Night Sweats In Women
Do not drink alcohol or smoke cigarettes before bedtime. These stimulants raise your body’s pulse rate and body temperature, increasing the chance of sweating while you sleep.
In addition to the above mentioned lifestyle changes, keep your bedroom cool, wear lightweight, loose fitting clothes, and use thin covers to reduce sweating at night.
For a more specific discussion on treating your night sweating, please visit my comprehensive guide: Night Sweats Treatment
Night sweats in women that are recurrent or accompanied by a fever, pain, or discomfort should not be shunned. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, talk to a doctor immediately. Your physician can evaluate your medical history, do an examination, and run tests to rule out serious problems.
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