Guide To The Warning Signs Of Basophilia

Night Sweats

Night sweats occur when the patient has repeated episodes of heavy perspiration at night. During these episodes, the sweating is so extreme that it could soak through the patient's pajamas or sheets. Usually, patients who have night sweats also experience weight loss, diarrhea, coughing, fever, or localized pain. Leukemia, lymphoma, and myelofibrosis are a few of the conditions associated with night sweats and basophilia. Doctors will do a physical examination and lab tests to investigate the underlying cause of a patient's sweating.

Depending on the cause, the patient may be prescribed medication to ease sweating. Antidepressants, anticonvulsants, clonidine, and megestrol could be considered. These may be used along with lifestyle modifications. Patients may find some relief from sweating episodes by sipping cool water during the night. Using layered bedding and turning on a fan in the bedroom may help as well. Patients should always let their doctors know if their sweating continues or gets worse.