Hot flashes are sudden feelings of warmth, typically over the face, neck and chest. They result from hormone changes related to perimenopause and menopause. If you're having hot flashes, you'll likely experience:
- A flushed feeling in your upper body
- Rapid/irregular heart beat
- Sweating, often bead-like and focused on your head and neck
- Chills or cold feeling after the hot flash
- Hot flashes that occur recurrently
Hot flashes can last from 30 seconds to 10 minutes. You may have a few per week or per day in the beginning. Hot flashes are very common during the menopausal transition.
Signs hot flashes may be related to menopause:
- You're between 45-55 years old
- You're nearing or have stopped menstruating
- Estrogen levels are fluctuating or declining
- You have other menopausal symptoms like sleep disruption, mood changes, vaginal dryness
When to see your doctor:
- Hot flashes disrupt sleep or daily life
- You have other concerning symptoms
- You want to consider treatment options
Treatment options may include:
- Hormone therapy
- Estrogen progestogen therapy
- Estrogen alone (if you've had a hysterectomy)
- Certain antidepressants/antiseizure medications
- Lifestyle changes like avoiding triggers, layering clothing, stress reduction techniques
The experts at
Hormone Harmony Clinic can meet with you to:
- Evaluate your symptoms
- Review lab testing of your hormone levels
- Discuss the pros and cons of treatment options
- Create a customized treatment plan to help manage your symptoms
We specialize in perimenopause, menopause and hormone therapy for women. Our compassionate team is here to listen, answer your questions, and help you navigate this transition comfortably.
Schedule a consultation today to get personalized care tailored to your needs.