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Vasomotor Problems - Hot Flushes What are hot flushes Hot flushes are well recognized as
the most characteristic manifestation of menopause. The hot flushes and
night sweats of vasomotor instability occur in some 75% of women. They
may be more abrupt and more severe in women whose menopause is induced
suddenly, by surgery or radiotherapy. In most women, these flushes persist
for more than a year, and in 25% of cases they may still be present after
5 years.
When and where do hot flushes occur Hot flushes may occur at any time of day or night and can be precipitated by a variety of common situations such as sleeping, working, recreation, housework or stress. Flushes usually begin in the face, neck, head or chest. Hot flushes may be associated with episodes of sweating, elevation of skin temperature, irritability, lethargy, insomnia and chronic tiredness. Successful treatment of hot flushes will usually relieve associated symptoms of exhaustion and depression. To add your views on this article or read others comments Click Here
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