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Night Sweats In Women Over 60

Night sweats in women are most common during the transition to menopause, but menopause occurs slightly differently from one women to the next. Some women start later than others, and the transition into this phase of life is longer for some women. This means that some women may still be experiencing those perimenopausal symptoms after the age of 60.

However menopause isn’t the only thing that can cause this uncomfortable symptom in women over 60. Sometimes the cause can be as simple as a room that is too warm or a nighttime habit that is triggering the sweating at night. On the other hand this can be a symptom of a medical condition. It is important to talk to your doctor about any concerns and to find a treatment that can provide relief. Fortunately there are some other steps you can take to reduce the discomfort of these disruptive night sweats.

Night Sweats in Women Under 30

by Joan

While most people associate night sweats in women with menopause, night sweats in young women is not uncommon. There are a number of things that can cause night sweats in women under 30. Some of these things are simple and easy to treat while others may require more in depth diagnosis and treatment. In most cases, however, relatively simple treatments can be helpful in relieving the symptoms; or at least they can be helpful enough to sleep better at night.

Finding the cause will help you find an effective treatment so you can start sleeping better at night. Plus if the night sweats are a symptom of another health issue it is good to discover that sooner rather than later so you can start treating that issue. Here are some of the more common causes to consider as well as some possible treatment options.

Night Sweats in Women Under 40

by Joan

There are many possible causes of night sweats in women under 40 ranging from medical to lifestyle or environmental causes. Because night sweats in younger women is less common than it is for women transitioning to menopause it is often concerning, but don’t over worry about possible medical conditions until you rule out other possible causes first.

It is important to talk to your doctor if you are concerned about a medical condition or if you are experiencing other symptoms along with the sweating. In the meantime here are some of the more common causes as well as recommendations for things you can do on your own to get some relief and start sleeping better again.

Menopause Night Sweats

by Joan

Menopause night sweats are exactly what they sound like: excessive sweating in the night as a result of menopause hot flashes that occur when you’re asleep. They are the most well-known cause of night sweats in women. While I know some women who celebrate the natural passing of their menstrual cycle, I also know we all must face the consequences of these changes in our bodies, and quite often, they’re just not any fun.

However, when you decide to address causes of excessive sweating, I suggest seeing a medical professional for advice. While your sweating while sleeping is most likely nothing to be too concerned about, it is still a good idea to have your doctor evaluate you to be certain nothing more serious is occurring within your body. Sometimes simply changing your medication regiment can provide you significant relief, and other times an underlying condition may need to be addressed.

Menopause Night Sweats Treatment

by Joan

You’ll know it’s time to look for menopause night sweats treatment when the bedding, you and your night clothes so wet from menopause night sweats that trying to go back to sleep will be impossible, or will getting up and changing the sheets and your clothes so wake you up that you won’t be able to go back to sleep anyway. It can be very frustrating and it certainly is a reasonable motivation for seeking an effective treatment.

One of the most common symptoms of menopause is hot flashes. Hot flashes can occur at any time and are caused by the changes in the bodies hormone production. Hot flashes will typically make you feel hot, which can be fairly mild, to actually becoming hot and sweaty. You might feel the need to take off a layer of clothing, even when everyone else around you is completely comfortable. Most of the time, hot flashes are short in duration, lasting only a few minutes. However, they can last for as much as 30 minutes. When hot flashes occur at night, it leads to night sweats. The combination of the hot flash with covered with both pajamas and bedding leads to sweating while sleeping.