Night sweats

What are night sweats?

Night sweats refer to severe hot flashes and excessive sweating that occurs during the night. It is considered severe if it causes your sleepwear and bedding to become drenched. Night sweats are a common symptom during menopause and perimenopause in women, affecting as many as 75% of women in these stages of life.

Some key things to know about night sweats:

• They can occur due to hormonal changes - especially drops in estrogen levels


• Certain medical conditions can also cause them, like cancers, infections, hormone disorders, and anxiety disorders


• Lifestyle factors like spicy food, alcohol, stress, and medications can trigger night sweats


• They can disrupt sleep and cause fatigue, mood changes, and impaired concentration

If you're experiencing intense night sweats, don't just chalk it up to menopause! Have a chat with your doctor to explore any underlying factors. Getting to the root cause can help guide the treatment approach.

At Vitality Hormone Clinic, we specialize in helping women tackle troublesome menopause symptoms through customized hormone therapy. Our compassionate doctors take the time to listen and create a plan tailored to your unique needs.

We know how much conditions like night sweats can impact quality of life. By optimizing your hormone levels, many bothersome symptoms can be effectively treated or reduced. This allows you to sleep better, feel more energetic, and get back to enjoying life!

Some additional tips for managing bothersome night sweats:

• Layer bedding so it's easy to peel off layers when hot flashes strike


• Choose moisture-wicking sleepwear to avoid feeling soaked


• Keep the bedroom cool - around 65°F if possible


• Stay hydrated to replace lost fluids


• Consider trying supplements like phytoestrogens, black cohosh, sage, or vitamin E


• Practice relaxing activities before bedtime like yoga, meditation, or reading


• Avoid spicy foods, caffeine, alcohol, and stress close to bedtime

If you're struggling with disruptive night sweats, know that you don't have to just live with it! Reach out to your healthcare provider to explore treatment options, like professional counseling or hormone therapy. With the right treatment plan, you can get the restful sleep your body needs.