Night sweats can be a real nuisance. To get a bit of relief, keep the temperature cool in the bedroom. Use only underwear made of natural fabrics (polyester and nylon do not “breath” and promote sweating). White cotton is always the best, but summer linen is also very cool. Keep a small battery-powered fan by the bedside table, along with a bowl or spray bottle filled with water and a sponge so you can quickly cool yourself down. It’s better to use tepid water and let it evaporate. This helps to remove heat from the skin and accelerate the feeling of relief. Relaxation therapies can also be effective because they calm the mind and body. If you aren’t able to get relief, hormone replacement therapy is effective on both hot flashes and night sweats, which usually travel in pairs.
