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I'm 72 years old and have been waking up every night drenched in sweat this has been going on for 2 years what might be causing this?
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Bad memories?: It is possible that you are having nightmares related to a trauma earlier in your life. It is also possible that current stress is deeply disturbing your sleep. Please have a full medical evaluation and then speak with a psychiatrist to figure out what is going on. Be well, .
Answered 6/26/2013
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See your DR.: Check for tuberculosis or other disease. Menopause may be a factor even this late. Avoid sleeping in a stuffy or overheated room & avoid too many blankets as you prepare for bed.
Answered 1/8/2015
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