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MissAdventure Thu 20-Sept-18 23:16:06

Listed under the rare side effects is sweating.
Its more likely stress, I suppose.

MissAdventure Thu 20-Sept-18 23:13:05

I am finding it hugely stressful, I have to say.
Its all of it.. life has changed so much in the last little while, and I decide to take on a new job role into the bargain.
Anyway, I'm off to Google side effects smile
Sweat rolling down my neck now, just thinking about it..

Eglantine21 Thu 20-Sept-18 23:07:55

Could you google your anti depressants and see if it’s a side effect?

Actually a new job, having to meet new people that’s mega stress, apart from anything else.

MissAdventure Thu 20-Sept-18 22:49:14

Ah, crossed posts, Eglantine, but we are thinking along the same lines, it seems.
I have started taking anti depressants, so maybe that could be it?
Its very debilitating: I have to just ignore it at work, but I'm embarrassed, which probably makes it worse.

MissAdventure Thu 20-Sept-18 22:45:04

I suppose it could be a kind of second menopause?
I have wondered if it could be stress related?
I'm new in my job, have to meet lots of new people, and look like the wild woman of Borneo most days.
Hair sticking up, feet sliding around in my shoes - not the most flattering image!

Eglantine21 Thu 20-Sept-18 22:43:01

I think it might be a symptom of stress. An adrenaline rush?
Or maybe a recent change of medication?

Melanieeastanglia Thu 20-Sept-18 22:40:28

Some people suffer from hot flushes intermittently for years and years. Is it just possible that it is connected to the menopause?

Other than that, I've no real idea. I suppose, if it persists, you'll need to ask your GP.

Hope the problem just disappears for you.

MissAdventure Thu 20-Sept-18 22:13:59

Recently I've been doing just that!
I'm not ailing in any way, certainly not losing weight, sadly, but I find that I'm literally dripping with sweat at some point each day. (And all of the night!)
Its getting embarrassing.
Does anyone else suffer this problem, or have any suggestions to help, please?
I went through the menopause around 4 or 5 years ago, so I don't think its connected to that.