Hot flashes, also known as hot flushes, are sudden feelings of warmth that spread across the body and face. They can cause intense sweating and skin flushing or redness across the face, neck and chest.
Hot flashes are a common symptom of perimenopause and menopause when estrogen levels in the body fluctuate and decline. They can occur anytime day or night and range from mild to severe. Some other symptoms accompanying hot flashes may include:
While the exact cause of hot flashes is unknown, they seem to be related to changes in circulation and the body's temperature regulation system located in the brain. Factors that can trigger hot flashes include:
Natural remedies and lifestyle changes like avoiding triggers, dressing in layers, drinking cool beverages, and managing stress with yoga or meditation can provide relief for some women. For more severe hot flashes, low-dose prescription hormone therapy may be an option under the supervision of your doctor.
The hormone specialists at Horizon Hormone Therapy can provide customized treatment plans to relieve hot flashes and other menopause symptoms. Their expert physicians and caring staff understand the distress hot flashes can cause and help women find solutions tailored to their unique needs and health history. Managing menopause symptoms can greatly improve one’s quality of life.
To learn more about relieving hot flashes and keeping your hormones balanced schedule a consultation at Horizon Hormone Therapy today. You deserve to feel your best!
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