10 Symptoms of TB
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5. Night Sweats
Night sweats result in a patient waking up in the middle of the night drenched. The sweating is profuse enough that bedclothes and bedding will often need to be changed. TB is one of the most widespread infectious causes of night sweats. That makes it a prime diagnostic symptom and one that should be shared with any medical providers.
Tuberculosis is not the only cause of night sweats. They can result due to several other infections, such as malaria. Hormonal changes associated with menopause are a common culprit of night sweats for many women. Sleep apnea, GERD, certain types of seizures and some medications may also induce excessive night sweating.
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