Epistemis

Excessive sweating

Specialty: General.

  • hyperhidrosis
  • I sweat a lot

Why it occurs

  • Primary hyperhidrosis
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Menopause
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Initial workup

Distinguish focal/generalized; TSH and blood glucose; rule out systemic cause if it is nocturnal.

red flags

Night sweats with fever and weight loss → rule out lymphoma, tuberculosis or endocarditis.

Standard management

  • Antiperspirants (aluminum chloride) — focal hyperhidrosis
  • Treat the cause — if it is secondary

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousHot flashes
Area
General
Listed causes
4
Treatment options
2
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