night sweats

{
  "id": "MLC-T-ONC-005829",
  "term": "night sweats",
  "field": "Oncology and biomedicine",
  "definition": "Episodes of excessive sweating that occur during sleep. Night sweats can be severe and soak a person’s bedclothes and bed sheets, which may cause the person to wake up. Night sweats are a common symptom of menopause. They may also be caused by illness or medical conditions, such as infection, cancer, low blood sugar, hormone disorders, and neurologic conditions. They may also be a side effect of certain medicines, cancer treatment, too much caffeine or alcohol, or tobacco or drug use.",
  "references": [
    "NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oncology/night-sweats/"
}