Symptom 10: Night Sweats and Fever
Ever woken up drenched in sweat, even when the room’s comfortably cool? Or been besieged by an unexplained fever, with no cold or flu in sight? While these symptoms might seem random to most, they’re telling signs for someone with WM.
Our body’s temperature regulation is a complex dance, masterfully choreographed by the hypothalamus. But introduce WM into this dance, and the rhythm falters. The abnormal cells produced by WM can release certain chemicals and proteins that mess with the body’s thermostat. This interference can lead to sporadic fevers or cause the body to sweat profusely at night.
While a fever might seem like just an elevated body temperature, its implications run deep. Fevers are exhausting. They sap one’s energy, leaving a feeling of fatigue in their wake. Night sweats, on the other hand, disrupt the sanctity of sleep. Continuously waking up wet and cold can fragment sleep, leading to daytime drowsiness and impacting overall well-being.
Managing these temperature anomalies requires a multifaceted approach. For fevers, it’s essential to determine their root cause. Are they a direct result of WM, or is there an underlying infection, exacerbated by the weakened immune system? Addressing the root can provide relief. As for night sweats, simple measures like using moisture-wicking bed linen, keeping the room cool, or even having a cold shower before bed can help. (10)
