Sweating is not a common symptom of hypothyroidism. If you have hypothyroidism, it’s more likely that you would experience decreased sweating.
Hypothyroidism is a condition caused by your thyroid gland not producing enough thyroid hormones (thyroxine). Thyroid hormones regulate your body’s metabolism, so if your thyroxine levels are low, you’re likely to have reduced
On the other hand, an overactive thyroid, called “hyperthyroidism,” may increase your body’s metabolism, causing you to overheat and sweat more than usual.
Low levels of thyroid hormones commonly cause:
- fatigue
- cold intolerance
- joint and muscle pain and cramps
- dry skin
- brittle hair
- weight gain
- elevated blood cholesterol levels
- slow heart rate
See a doctor if you’re experiencing any of the above symptoms.
It’s possible that treatment for hypothyroidism, which is a synthetic (lab-made) thyroxine, may potentially cause sweating if your prescribed dose is too high.
When you first begin treatment for hypothyroidism, you’ll need frequent monitoring (in the form of blood tests) to confirm that your prescribed dose is correct.
If you are experiencing excessive sweating, make an appointment to see a doctor. A number of health disorders, as well as certain medications, can cause you to sweat more than usual.
A doctor can diagnose your condition and recommend treatment options.