Night sweats
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I am 63 years old and had a complete abdominal hysterectomy over 15 years ago, I had no hormone replacement therapy after deciding to go into the menopause and get it over with which was uncomfortable but after about 4 years came through it OK. However, over the last 3/4 months I have been suffering from horrendous night sweats to the point where I am having to dry myself down with a towel because I am running with sweat. My doctor has put no importance on it and I have had no explanation as to why this is happening. Please help it is awful.
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lynda20916 Guest
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Sorry you're going through this. Because you have already gone through menopause such a long time ago without HRT (good for you, by the way),this condition may not be tied to lack of female hormones. I would suggest that you get a referral to an endocrinologist. There are many more hormones still in your body. Don't let your doctor fob you off! Your body is trying to tell you something--and your doctor should listen, too. xx
jo79038 Guest
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I absolutely agree with Lynda. See an Endocrinologist...could possibly be your adrenals are fatigued and/ or your thyroid. If you don't like the answer the Endocrinologist gives you...then keep trying with others. I know here in Canada, there's a lot of Doctors, who brush things off and say it's all in your head, even though you know it's not. I've lived through it. You have to be your own advocate when it comes to your health. Hugs ?
lyn82834 Guest
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Hello Lyn
I'm surprised that your doctor is not investigating further. Night sweats are often associated with menopause but they can also be a symptom of heart problems. I'd investigate further to ensure that there is nothing serious. You do not mention if you had ovaries removed. It may be that if you didn't, that they are no longer functioning.
All the best. Lyn