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Excessive sweating

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Night sweats

Night sweats may be a sign of a medical condition or may be caused by medication. Find out more about night sweats by browsing the information from our trusted partners.

Hyperhidrosis is when you sweat far more than normal. If you think you are sweating more than usual, it might be a good idea to see your doctor, as there are things you can do to help. Read our trusted sources to find out more about hyperhidrosis.

Pneumonia symptoms

The most common symptoms of pneumonia are cough, fevers, sweating and shivering, difficulty breathing, feeling generally tired and unwell, loss of appetite.

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) is the name for a number of hormone therapies that can be used to treat the symptoms of menopause, especially hot flushes and night sweats.

Pancreatitis

People who have acute pancreatitis have sudden, severe upper abdominal pain, often spreading through to the back, and often eased by leaning forward. They may also have nausea, vomiting, fevers, sweats and have a tender abdomen. They need treatment in hospital.