US Medical Term · symptoms
Excessive Sweating
Sudoración excesiva
Also: Hiperhidrosis (regional variant)
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Excessive Sweating |
| Spanish (Español) | Sudoración excesiva |
| Chinese (中文) | 多汗症 |
| Korean (한국어) | 다한증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Đổ mồ hôi quá nhiều |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Labis na pagpapawis |
| Portuguese (Português) | Sudorese excessiva |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | เหงื่อออกมากผิดปกติ |
| Japanese (日本語) | 多汗症 |
What it means
Excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis, means sweating far more than is needed to regulate body temperature. It can affect the entire body or specific areas such as the palms, feet, underarms, or face. Primary hyperhidrosis has no medical cause and often runs in families. Secondary hyperhidrosis results from an underlying condition such as diabetes, thyroid disorders, menopause, anxiety, obesity, or infections. Certain medications can also trigger excessive sweating. Night sweats are a common form and may indicate infection, lymphoma, or hormonal changes. A doctor can identify the cause and recommend treatments ranging from prescription antiperspirants to medications or procedures.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I sweat heavily even when I am not exercising or in a warm environment.
Sudo mucho incluso cuando no estoy haciendo ejercicio ni en un ambiente cálido.
I wake up at night soaked in sweat.
Me despierto por la noche empapado en sudor.
My hands and feet are always wet from sweating.
Mis manos y pies siempre están húmedos por el sudor.
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Last reviewed: September 2026