WALLINGFORD-Donald Williams Smith, 85, peacefully departed this life on August 2, 2014 at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Jane (Bunnell) Smith. He was born March 6, 1929 in New Haven a son of the late... View Obituary & Service Information.
Even the bodyâs own sweat with its salts can dry out the skin or trigger autoallergic reactions which can cause itching. Increased sweating from the back, armpits and legs in particular puts a strain on the skin. Traditional deodorants which contain alcohol, perfume and preservatives can further aggravate the skin.
Hot flashes and night sweats may be side effects of cancer or its treatment. Sweating is the body's way of lowering body temperature by causing heat loss through the skin. In patients with cancer, sweating may be caused by fever, a tumor, or cancer treatment. Hot flashes can also cause too much sweating.