Excessive night sweats, which leave visible traces on sheets and pillows, is a symptom that sometimes indicates the development of some serious cancers, and according to

the American Cancer Society, excessive night sweats may be an early sign of bone, liver, blood or lymph cancer.

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Edited by |Alexander Yaxina

 

Health  section -  CJ journalist

 

World - October,25,2023

 

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It is not clear exactly why this is so far, but it may be a sign that the body is trying to fight cancer, in addition to hormonal changes associated with the disease, and cancer

also causes fever in some cases, which makes the body sweat excessively to cool itself.

Signs to watch out for according to the American Cancer Society include:

Feeling of unusual heat in one or more areas of your body.

Moisten in sheets and pillows.

Chills.

Excessive sweating in an atmosphere that is not hot.

Night sweats can also be a sign of hormonal changes caused by menopause or pregnancy, low blood sugar, taking certain medications or stress.

The difference between normal sweating and sweating due to the presence of cancer

Night sweats caused by cancer tend to be accompanied by fever, fatigue, and unexplained weight loss.

To control night sweats caused by cancer treatments, the Association recommends consulting with a doctor to determine the appropriate fever-lowering medication.

Losing weight and exercising can reduce the chances of night sweats in some patients as well.

Consider cooling your body with water or turning on an air conditioner or fan before bed.

Be careful to choose sheet fabrics from cotton or linen, as they absorb sweat better.