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AVN Arogya Ayurvedic Hospital

Night sweats (drenching)

Drenching night sweats are episodes of heavy sweating during sleep that soak through nightclothes and bedding. Unlike mild sweating from a warm room, these are significant and can indicate infections, hormonal changes, or other conditions requiring investigation.

Common Causes of Night sweats (drenching)

  • Tuberculosis
  • Lymphoma or other cancers
  • HIV infection
  • Menopause
  • Certain medications (antidepressants)

When to Seek Urgent Medical Care for Night sweats (drenching)

These signs may indicate a serious problem — don't wait, seek medical care right away:

  • Drenching night sweats persisting for more than 2 weeks
  • Night sweats with unexplained weight loss or fever
  • Night sweats with swollen lymph nodes

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