Picardy sweat

Picardy sweat
Synonyms	Suette des Picards
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	Infectious disease
Symptoms	Fever, sweating, rash, headache, muscle pain
Complications	Dehydration, exhaustion
Onset	Sudden
Duration	Several days
Types	N/A
Causes	Unknown, possibly infectious agent
Risks	Poor sanitation, overcrowding
Diagnosis	Clinical diagnosis
Differential diagnosis	Sweating sickness, influenza, typhus
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Supportive care, hydration
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	Generally self-limiting
Frequency	Historical, no recent cases
Deaths	N/A

Picardy sweat is a rare and severe form of sweating that was first described in the Picardy region of France in the 15th century. It is also known as Sudor anglicus or the English sweat.

History

The first recorded outbreak of Picardy sweat occurred in 1413 in the Picardy region of France. The disease was characterized by sudden onset of fever, intense sweating, and severe pain in the limbs. It was highly contagious and often fatal. The disease spread rapidly throughout Europe, reaching England in 1508, where it became known as the English sweat.

Symptoms

The symptoms of Picardy sweat include:

• Sudden onset of high fever
• Intense sweating
• Severe pain in the limbs
• Headache
• Nausea and vomiting
• Rapid heartbeat
• Shortness of breath

Causes

The exact cause of Picardy sweat is unknown. Some researchers believe it may have been caused by a virus, while others suggest it may have been a form of hantavirus.

Treatment

There is no specific treatment for Picardy sweat. Treatment is supportive and includes hydration, pain relief, and fever reduction.

See also

• Sweating
• Fever
• Hantavirus