Question

How to manage excessive night sweats in a 9-year-old child?

Answer

Excessive night sweating in children could be caused by a weak constitution or deficiency-induced spontaneous sweating. Here are some methods that may help improve the situation:

  • Take large doses of Astragalus decoction to invigorate the body and stop sweating.
  • Add more floating wheat to enhance the antiperspirant effect.
  • Keep the room cool and avoid overheating.
  • Encourage the child to drink more water to maintain body hydration.
  • Pay attention to a balanced diet and eat more Qi-tonifying foods, such as yams, jujubes, etc. However, these are only general suggestions and cannot replace professional medical advice. If the child’s condition does not improve or other symptoms arise, it is advisable to take the child to the hospital for examination and treatment promptly. Moreover, parents should regularly take their children for physical examinations to detect and treat problems early on.