Why does my whole body sweat after every nap when I have influenza B?

Apr 24, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Ren Yi
Introduction
Influenza B is often accompanied by fever. To regulate body temperature, the body dissipates heat and lowers body temperature through sweating. It is important to replenish fluids and electrolytes promptly to prevent dehydration; drinking mild salt water or oral rehydration salts may be appropriate. Additionally, wearing loose, breathable cotton clothing helps absorb sweat and facilitate heat dissipation. After taking antipyrettic medication, the drug promotes sweating to aid in cooling the body.

Influenza B refers to type B influenza. If one wakes up sweaty every time after sleeping, it may be caused by body heat dissipation, medication effects, physical weakness, viral myocarditis, or hyperthyroidism. Appropriate management can be selected according to specific situations. If discomfort symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, clarify the condition, and follow medical advice for treatment to avoid delaying the illness.

1. Body heat dissipation: Fever commonly accompanies Influenza B. To regulate body temperature, the body dissipates heat through sweating to lower body temperature. It is important to replenish water and electrolytes timely to prevent dehydration, and drink mild salt water or oral rehydration salts as appropriate. Additionally, wear loose, breathable cotton clothing to facilitate sweat absorption and heat dissipation.

2. Medication effects: After taking antipyretic medication, the drugs stimulate sweating to cool the body, resulting in sweating after waking up. Follow the medication instructions or medical advice accurately, and do not overdose on antipyretics. After sweating, wipe the body dry promptly and change into dry clothing to avoid catching a chill.

3. Physical weakness: After contracting Influenza B, the body is in a weakened state with insufficient vital energy and blood, and an unstable defensive system, which can easily lead to spontaneous sweating, meaning involuntary perspiration. Ensure adequate rest and avoid fatigue. In terms of diet, consume more nutrient-rich foods such as lean meat, fish, eggs, fresh vegetables, and fruits to enhance the body's resistance and promote recovery.

4. Viral myocarditis: The Influenza B virus may invade the myocardium, causing myocarditis, which leads to impaired myocardial function and affects the heart's normal pumping function, resulting in compensatory sweating. Symptoms include palpitations, chest tightness, chest pain, fatigue, etc., which worsen after physical activity. Under a doctor's guidance, patients can use medications such as Coenzyme Q10 capsules, vitamin C tablets, and creatine phosphate sodium injection to nourish the myocardium, improve myocardial metabolism, and alleviate symptoms.

5. Hyperthyroidism: The flu may trigger a stress response in the body, worsening existing hyperthyroidism. Excessive secretion of thyroid hormones accelerates the body's metabolism, leading to excessive sweating. Symptoms include heat intolerance, excessive sweating, palpitations, hand tremors, and increased appetite. It is recommended to use medications such as methimazole tablets, propylthiouracil tablets, and propranolol hydrochloride tablets under a doctor's guidance to inhibit thyroid hormone synthesis, control symptoms, and reduce sweating.

Maintain a bland diet regularly and avoid consuming spicy and irritating foods such as garlic, hot pot, and mustard. Additionally, ensure adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue to prevent adverse effects on health.