When should i be worried about night sweats

Are you wondering why you keep waking up drenched in sweat in the middle of the night? Often, night sweats are caused by simply being too warm. However, regularly waking up sweaty can be due to an underlying medical issue or medication side effect.

Everyone sweats a little bit each night, and occasionally waking up noticeably sweaty isn’t usually a cause for concern.

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Data suggests night sweats may affect up to 41% of adults. Your body will sweat to keep itself cool if your bedding, pajamas, or the room temperature is too warm. However, experiencing frequent night sweats that soak through your sleepwear, interrupt your sleep, or interfere with your daily functioning should be discussed with a healthcare provider.

Learn more about the possible causes of getting drenched in sweat while you sleep, including remedies and when to contact a medical provider.

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Sleeping Environment

One of the more obvious causes of excess sweatiness at night is that the environment you're sleeping in is too warm. Experts generally suggest an

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