Dreams & Night Sweats

Dreams and night sweats can be caused by a myriad of conditions, but aren't necessarily a sign of a medical problem.

Medications

• Medications which may cause dreams or night sweats are antidepressants, hormone replacement therapy drugs, and hypoglycemic agents.

Menopause

• Women between the ages of forty to fifty-five and experiencing menopause are more susceptible to bad dreams and night sweats, caused by hot flashes during sleep. Taking estrogen supplements may help with that treatment.

Fever

• Recurrent night sweats could be your body fighting off a fever. Low-grade infections and colds are also common causes of dreams and night sweats.

Home Remedies

• Simple remedies to try include applying antiperspirant before bed, drinking more water, taking aspirin to help fight a fever, or avoiding midnight snacks.

When To See A Doctor

• If your bedroom is at comfortable temperature, and the night sweats and dreams occur on a regular basis and interrupt your sleep, it's time to make an appointment with your doctor. Keeping a sleep log will help your doctor diagnose your problem.