What should I do about frequent night sweats?

Nov 29, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Zhang Xiuhong

Introduction

Tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which can affect multiple organs throughout the body, with pulmonary tuberculosis being the most common form. Night sweats are a common symptom of tuberculosis, often accompanied by other symptoms such as low-grade fever and hemoptysis. Medications such as isoniazid tablets, rifampicin capsules, and ethambutol hydrochloride tablets may be used under medical guidance to treat the disease, providing anti-tuberculosis and antibacterial effects.

Generally speaking, frequent night sweats may be caused by environmental factors, physical activity or emotional fluctuations, hyperthyroidism, diabetes, tuberculosis, and other reasons. The solution needs to be selected according to the specific cause to achieve therapeutic effects. It is recommended to seek medical attention promptly and follow medical advice for treatment. Details are as follows:

1. Environmental factors: During nighttime sleep, if the indoor temperature is too high or the quilt is too thick, the body will sweat to regulate body temperature and dissipate heat, resulting in night sweats. Adjust the indoor temperature to maintain a suitable temperature and humidity. Choose lightweight and appropriate bedding and clothing to avoid overheating.

2. Physical activity or emotional fluctuations: Intense physical activity or emotional fluctuations, such as nervousness and anxiety, may cause increased body heat production, triggering night sweats, accompanied by muscle pain. Avoid strenuous exercise before bedtime, maintain emotional stability, and relieve stress and anxiety through deep breathing, meditation, and other methods.

3. Hyperthyroidism: This condition is caused by excessive synthesis and release of thyroid hormones by the thyroid gland, leading to metabolic hyperactivity and sympathetic nervous system excitation, causing symptoms such as palpitations, sweating, and weight loss. Follow medical advice to use medications such as propylthiouracil tablets, methimazole tablets, and carbimazole tablets to inhibit thyroid hormone synthesis.

4. Diabetes: Patients with poorly controlled blood sugar may develop autonomic neuropathy, leading to abnormal sweating and night sweats, accompanied by frequent urination. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as acarbose capsules, glimepiride tablets, and gliquidone tablets can be used to lower blood sugar levels.

5. Tuberculosis: Tuberculosis is a chronic infectious disease caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, which can affect multiple organs in the body, with pulmonary tuberculosis being the most common. Night sweats are a common symptom of tuberculosis, often accompanied by low-grade fever, hemoptysis, and other symptoms. Follow medical advice to use medications such as isoniazid tablets, rifampin capsules, and ethambutol hydrochloride tablets, which have anti-tuberculosis and antibacterial effects.

At the same time, maintaining good living habits and mindset, strengthening physical exercise, and improving body immunity can help alleviate night sweat symptoms.

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