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I am fairly healthy and do moderate exercise but i sweat excessively when exercise, especially on my head. what could be the cause of this? also after i shower my head and neck and back continue to sweat.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Sweating: I do not think this is abnormal. Sweating is part of the exercise response. Some people do sweat more than others, but this is part of there physiology. Perhaps a longer cool down time after exercise would help.

Answered 1/16/2018

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A member asked:

I am fairly healthy and do moderate exercise but i sweat excessively when exercise, especially on my head. what could be the cause of this? also after i shower my head and neck and back continue to sweat.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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