Many parents have observed that after children are born, they often experience sweating in their palms and soles, sometimes to the point of soaking, which inevitably causes parents to worry and wonder if such behavior indicates some underlying health issues. In fact, sweating in the palms is different from sweating in other parts of the body due to heat; it is closely related to an individual’s constitution and endocrine status. A healthy person typically has dry palms even when sweating all over their body. Conversely, some individuals may not feel hot at all, yet their palms remain clammy, particularly noticeable in the cold winter. This condition often reflects a constitution that is somewhat cold, and if accompanying symptoms include sensitivity to cold and cold hands and feet in winter, it is likely a manifestation of a deficiency in cold constitution. To address this, it is advisable to nourish the body with warming foods and engage in moderate exercise to promote blood circulation and metabolism, which may effectively improve the situation.
As for excessive sweating in children, it can generally be categorized into physiological and pathological types. Physiological excessive sweating usually has direct triggers, such as overdressing, intense exercise, or post-meal reactions. Once these factors are eliminated, the sweating symptoms will lessen or even disappear. However, the reasons behind pathological excessive sweating are more complex and may be indicative of multiple underlying diseases. Especially when excessive sweating occurs during nighttime sleep, along with symptoms like hair loss at the crown, abnormal head shape, and skeletal changes, it is very likely caused by a deficiency in calcium.
If parents are concerned about their child’s persistent excessive sweating, the most appropriate action is to take the child to a hospital for a comprehensive check-up, including trace element tests, to determine if there are issues with calcium or zinc deficiency. In daily life, increasing outdoor activity time and ensuring more sun exposure can aid in calcium absorption. If calcium deficiency is severe, doctors may recommend appropriate calcium supplements.
