Expert warns sudden excessive sweating may signal four serious conditions

Endocrinologist and nutritionist Oksana Mikhalova said sudden, excessive sweating can indicate four serious health problems, ranging from anxiety disorders to acute cardiovascular disease. According to the specialist, the first possible cause is anxiety disorders and panic attacks. Activation of the sympathetic nervous system during an attack can trigger sudden sweating even at rest, often accompanied by palpitations, trembling, shortness of breath and a feeling of inner tension or fear. Mikhalova also pointed to hypoglycemic episodes in diabetic patients, in which a sharp drop in blood sugar can produce excessive sweating. She added that sudden sweating can be a symptom of infectious diseases such as tuberculosis or chronic viral infections, typically alongside fever, fatigue and other signs of infection. Finally, she said the combination of cold, clammy sweating with chest pain, shortness of breath, extreme weakness or dizziness may point to acute cardiovascular disease and warrants medical attention. No further details were provided on the specialist's credentials or the medical institutions involved.