Tips for Managing Excessive Sweating in a 5-Year-Old Child

Question

My 5-year-old child often sweats, especially when taking a nap. Even without a blanket, they sweat a lot. I’m worried whether it’s due to weak constitution. What should I do?

Answer

Children who tend to sweat easily often have a strong metabolism or may inadvertently kick off their blankets while sleeping, leading to catching a cold. Generally, there aren’t many children with a truly weak constitution, but there are some who, due to excessive sweating, may kick off their blankets in their sleep and catch a cold. In such cases, it’s not advisable to blindly take tonics for treatment but rather to adjust the spleen and stomach. Consider using traditional Chinese medicine like Yu Ping Feng San to regulate the body’s constitution.