Night sweats during menopause
Night sweats during menopause
Night sweats are a common menopause symptom caused by hormonal changes that affect the body’s temperature regulation. Understanding triggers and finding ways to manage them can help improve your comfort and rest.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Liz Andrew
BMS Accredited Doctor
Reviewed: 06/01/2025 Published: 08/01/2025
How common is this symptom?
75%
Up to 75% of menopausal women experience night sweats
20-30
Frequency can vary hugely with some women experiencing 20-30 sweats every night.
4-10 years
Left untreated, night sweats last on average 4-10 years but a proportion of women continue to experience them many years after their last period.
https://www.everydayhealth.com/menopause/surprising-facts-about-night-sweats/
https://www.kcl.ac.uk/archive/news/ioppn/records/2011/october2011/menopausesymptoms
https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/menopause-related-hot-flashes-night-sweats-can-last-years-201502237745
What are night sweats?
Night sweats are intense episodes of sweating during sleep, often causing soaked sheets, drenched pyjamas and very disrupted rest. Sometimes they can be so severe they resemble a panic attack, and often leave women feeling chilly once the sweating episode has ended.
Night sweats are caused by the same hormonal changes that trigger hot flushes and are part of the body's response to fluctuating oestrogen levels.
Learn more about this symptom
3 small changes you can make today
- 1
Keep a fan near your bed
Use when an episode occurs, to keep your body at a regular temperature
- 2
Choose lightweight, breathable bedding and pyjamas
Pure cotton and lightweight linen are great choices
- 3
Avoid eating large meals, or having alcohol, late in the evening
As digesting food uses energy and causes your body temperature to rise
How can we help?
At Menopause Care, we specialise in helping women navigate the emotional and physical challenges of menopause, including night sweats. Here is how we can assist:
Our expert team will listen to your concerns, assess your symptoms and recommend treatment options tailored to your needs. Whether it’s HRT, alternative medication or a holistic treatment plan, we are here to help you feel better.
We provide personalised treatment plans that address not just this symptom but all aspects of menopause. We take a holistic approach to ensure you feel supported throughout your journey.
Managing menopause symptoms is an on-going process. We offer affordable monthly plans that cover your medication, follow-up appointments with the same doctor and more, to help you stay on track.
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