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Montvale, VA
December 8, 2025
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Members shared their experiences with profuse sweating in relation to PBC, with many confirming they have night sweats that differ from... Read more

Members shared their experiences with profuse sweating in relation to PBC, with many confirming they have night sweats that differ from menopausal hot flashes and occur long after menopause has ended. Several members suggested possible causes, including side effects from PBC medications, coexisting conditions like Sjogrens or cirrhosis, and ongoing hormonal changes that can persist throughout a woman's life. A recurring theme was uncertainty about the exact cause, with members recognizing that PBC symptoms often overlap with other conditions, making it difficult to pinpoint whether the sweating stems from the disease itself, its treatments, or related complications.

A myPBCteam Member

Could it be menopausal?

December 8, 2025
myPBCteam

Are you experiencing spells of profuse sweating with PBC?

While sweating profusely isn't commonly listed among the typical PBC symptoms in medical literature, it's worth noting that PBC can cause a variety of symptoms that vary from person to person. The most common symptoms include fatigue, itchy skin, dry eyes, and dry Show Full Answer

Are you experiencing spells of profuse sweating with PBC?

While sweating profusely isn't commonly listed among the typical PBC symptoms in medical literature, it's worth noting that PBC can cause a variety of symptoms that vary from person to person. The most common symptoms include fatigue, itchy skin, dry eyes, and dry mouth.

However, some factors related to PBC could potentially contribute to sweating:

* Intense itching episodes, especially at night, might trigger sweating
* Hormonal changes that can worsen PBC symptoms (like during menstruation) may also affect body temperature regulation
* Fatigue and the body's struggle with liver function could manifest in different ways

Since profuse sweating isn't a typical PBC symptom documented in the medical information available, it's important to discuss this with your doctor. They can help determine if it's related to your PBC, a medication side effect, or another condition that needs attention.

Other members of the PBC community may have experienced this too, so connecting with them about your specific symptom could provide helpful insights into how others manage it.

December 8, 2025
A myPBCteam Member

YES, I thought it was menopause but it’s my liver disease making me sweat at night in my sleep

December 9, 2025
A myPBCteam Member

Yes ! I am well past menopause and this sweating is different than a hot flash !

December 9, 2025
A myPBCteam Member

I'm way past menopause as well

December 9, 2025

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