Epistemis

Night sweats

Specialty: General.

  • night sweats
  • nocturnal diaphoresis

Why it occurs

  • Infection (tuberculosis, endocarditis)
  • Lymphoma/neoplasia
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Menopause
  • Drugs

Initial workup

If persistent with constitutional syndrome, rule out lymphoma, tuberculosis or endocarditis.

red flags

Night sweats with fever, weight loss and lymphadenopathy → rule out lymphoma/tuberculosis.

Standard management

  • Treat the cause — the approach is etiological

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

PreviousExcessive sweating
Area
General
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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