Patient's question:
My child has always been in good health, but recently, for some unknown reason, he sweats a lot at night. It's not even that hot outside, yet sometimes he sweats so much that I have to change his clothes in the middle of the night. What could be the reason for this?Doctor's answer:
Sweating is a physiological phenomenon, where the body releases sweat to dissipate heat and maintain normal body temperature. Sweating during deep sleep in babies is a very common occurrence. Children have a highly active metabolism and are often energetic, which is why they sweat more than adults. Trace elements in the human body can be metabolized through sweat, and zinc is one of them. Excessive sweating can lead to significant zinc loss, so babies who sweat a lot should be given appropriate zinc supplements.