I understand that sweat increases the chances of hypothermia but I am curious as to exactly why. If I understand exactly why this is, then I am more like to be able to correct a situation if/when it has already occured.

My assumption is basically that you get hot and sweat, then when you eventually cool down you now are not just cold, but cold and wet? Not very scientific... I know. I'm no medic. Fortunately however, there are plenty of medical proffessionals in this forum. I thought maybe they could explain this to me as well as anyone else who may be curious.