POSSIBLE METHODS OF TREATMENT
- Determine the cause of your night sweats. As you can see by the list under causes, these are many and varied. Night sweats are not a sleep disorder but more accurately, a symptom of some underlying condition. Talk to your doctor.
- Change of lifestyle. Avoid alcohol and spicy foods. Talk to your doctor about medications you're taking to see if they could be the cause.
- Keep your bedroom cool. If weather permits, keep a window open, or try using a fan.
- Take a shower. A cold shower before bed might prevent an attack of night sweats.
- Ask your doctor about a sleep study. If you suffer from any other symptoms of sleep apnea, a study might be in order.
HOW TO COPE WITH NIGHT SWEATS
- Get up. Take a cool shower or sponge bath.
- Clean up. Change your bedding. Put on fresh nightwear.
- Have a cold drink. Drink a glass of water, fruit juice or milk.
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