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. I have sudden episodes of sweating as if I had been running hard, but in fact it happens while I m inactive. Even when sleeping. I know it s not menopause because i ve gone through that already and that feels very different. Are these sudden sweating episodes symptoms of any disease?
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Excess sweating can be because of anxiety problem or hot atmosphere. Pathological cause include hyperthyroidism for which serum TSH estimation can be done. According to cause further management can be done. I suggest you to consult physician for examination.
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What Causes Excessive Sweating?
Hello welcome to Ask A Doctor service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advise. Excess sweating can be because of anxiety problem or hot atmosphere. Pathological cause include hyperthyroidism for which serum TSH estimation can be done. According to cause further management can be done. I suggest you to consult physician for examination. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.