Why Do Infants Sweat Excessively While Sleeping?
Disease description:
My baby is now five months old. Every night when falling asleep, he/she sweats profusely—sometimes even soaking the pillow. What could be causing this?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Weiling
The causes of excessive sweating during an infant’s sleep require case-specific analysis. If no other symptoms are present, it may be a normal physiological phenomenon—primarily due to excessively high room temperature or overdressing. However, if accompanied by symptoms such as increased appetite and weight loss, it could indicate an endocrine disorder, such as hyperthyroidism.
