What causes men to sweat excessively, and how can it be treated?

May 06, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Li Mingchuan
Introduction
Excessive sweating in men may be caused by environmental factors, emotional stress, obesity, hypoglycemia, hyperthyroidism, etc. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital and follow medical advice for improvement through general measures, medication, or other treatments. In daily life, regular physical exercise such as running or swimming is beneficial for enhancing overall physical fitness.

  

  Excessive sweating in men may be caused by environmental factors, emotional factors, excessive obesity, hypoglycemia, hyperthyroidism, etc. It is recommended to seek timely medical evaluation at a hospital and follow medical advice for improvement through general management, medication, or other treatments. Specific causes are analyzed as follows:

  1. Environmental factors: In high-temperature environments, body temperature tends to rise. To maintain normal body temperature, the body cools itself by sweating. It is advisable to avoid prolonged exposure to high temperatures to prevent heatstroke.

  2. Emotional factors: Stress, anxiety, anger, and other emotional states can increase the excitability of the sympathetic nervous system within the autonomic nervous system, thereby stimulating sweat glands to secrete sweat, resulting in excessive sweating. It is recommended to manage emotions appropriately through techniques such as deep breathing or listening to music.

  3. Excessive obesity: Obesity leads to excess body fat, and fat cells can generate excessive heat, which may contribute to increased sweating. It is advisable to control diet appropriately, reduce intake of high-calorie foods such as fried chicken and cake, and consume more fresh vegetables and fruits, such as cucumber, cabbage, apples, etc.

  4. Hypoglycemia: Hypoglycemia is usually related to insufficient carbohydrate intake or intense physical activity, with common clinical symptoms including palpitations, profuse sweating, and hunger. It is recommended to take medications such as Shengmai Drink, glucose-sodium chloride injection, or hydrocortisone tablets under medical guidance to alleviate symptoms.

  5. Hyperthyroidism: This condition is often associated with infections, medications, or other factors, leading to excessive secretion of thyroid hormones. This increases the body's metabolic rate and heat production, resulting in excessive sweating. It is recommended to follow medical advice and use medications such as carbimazole tablets, metoprolol tartrate tablets, or Xiaokugu Granules to improve symptoms.

  In daily life, regular physical exercise such as running or swimming is beneficial for enhancing overall physical fitness.