If you often wake up with your pajamas, pillowcases and sheets soaked, you may suffer from night sweats. And there are several possible causes for this: a temporary hormonal issue (such as menopause), fever due to flu or infection, the side effect of a medication (antidepressants may be guilty), the alcohol sensitivity or imbalance of thyroid.
Reasons for night sweats
Your body swings the temperature
There are normal variations in body heat during sleep. Most people experience a drop in body temperature in the morning, usually around 4h. In addition, during certain stages of sleep, the autonomic nervous system (which controls body temperature, heart rate and blood pressure) can accelerate causing more perspiration.
Do you suffer from a sleep disorder
Not surprisingly, some disorders that affect sleep can also lead to night sweats when they occur. And the most common of them is the apnea. If you struggle to breathe during sleep, it takes more effort and work of breathing.
You may be going through early menopause
Women may have an increased incidence of hot flashes during sleep as a symptom while going through early menopause. Interestingly, the risk of obstructive sleep apnea increases 10 times this time due to the loss of estrogen and progesterone.
Your sleep may be alcoholic
Some people notice more sweating during sleep after drinking alcohol. Alcohol is a muscle relaxant that can affect the upper airways and worsen snoring and sleep apnea. Therefore, the consumption of alcohol can also be linked to night sweats through respiratory sleep disorders such as apnea.
Do you have nightmares and stress
Bad dreams and generalized anxiety can also cause panic attacks and more sweat during sleep. However, other medical causes such as infections, hyperthyroidism, diabetes and some medications (antidepressants, hormonal stockers).
If you are concerned about recurrent night sweats, talk to your doctor about some of the possible causes to determine whether you need further evaluation.
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