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Can kidney disease or low cortisol levels cause excessive sweating of the face & scalp/head? it happens even in cold weather. any ideas? thanks

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Dr. John Baker answered

Specializes in Neurology

Yes: In some associated way yes you can get these symptoms from low cortisol and kidney dysfunction.

Dr Achong agreed

Answered 5/4/2020

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