Andddddd the reason I am looking for a new rheumatologist is because she said she never heard of the sweating problem 😳😳😳. Yes it’s from the head and seems to be triggered by very hot weather/sun. So the winter weather seems like a break. I’m learning to manage it with hats and freezer-gel neck rings that golfers use. A lifesaver
June 8
Are you experiencing excessive sweating on your head or scalp? This is known as cranial hyperhidrosis, and it can definitely be a frustrating symptom for people with lupus.
Excessive sweating can be linked to lupus in a few different ways:
- A direct lupus symptom — lupus can disrupt the body's normal temperature regulation
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Are you experiencing excessive sweating on your head or scalp? This is known as cranial hyperhidrosis, and it can definitely be a frustrating symptom for people with lupus.
Excessive sweating can be linked to lupus in a few different ways:
- A direct lupus symptom — lupus can disrupt the body's normal temperature regulation
- A medication side effect — some lupus medications can trigger sweating
- Hormone imbalance — lupus can affect hormonal activity, which may cause sweating episodes
- A lupus flare — sweating can sometimes signal increased disease activity
One MyLupusTeam member shared, "I am waking up because I am freezing due to being soaked from head to toe with night sweats," which shows how disruptive this can be.
Beyond discomfort, excessive sweating can also raise the risk of skin infections, which is worth keeping an eye on.
It's a good idea to bring this up with your rheumatologist, especially if it's new or getting worse. They can help figure out whether it's related to your lupus activity, a medication side effect, or something else worth addressing.
June 7
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