Question 1

what are the causes of hot flashes in a young woman?

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Variable: In my experience, which i admit may be skewed, hormone balances are the most common reason for hot flashes. However, there are several other possibilities for hot flashes in women. See a doctor for evaluation if they are bothersome or accompanied by other quality of life symptoms.

Question 2

what causes hot flashes? i experience them from time to time and i'm not sure why.

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Hormonal Fluctuation: You're awfully young to be experiencing hot flashes. I would consult your gyn so he/she can obtain a full history from you and determine if you need any tests done for you.

Question 3

can methadone cause hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Diaphoresis: Not necessarily hot flashes, but more like profuse sweating. You may also experience lightheaded/dizziness, sleepiness, nausea, and constipation. If you have any serious side effects, such as trouble breathing or chest pain, contact your doctor and get evaluated right away. Take care.

Question 4

can high sugar cause hot flashes?

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Probably not: Although a lot of sugar and the digestion of it can cause significant heat in the body, a hot flash is a hormonal response and probably not triggered by sugar.

Question 5

other than menopause, what causes hot flashes?

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Medicines: Hot flashes are a symptom, could be side effect of medicne or symptom of hyperthyroidism.  Get checked by your doctor if concerned.

Question 6

what causes hot flashes when i'm 17 years old?

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Hot Flashes: If your concern is that you are going through menopause at the age of 17, please rest assured that this is extremely unlikely. The incidence of premature menopause in adolescents is extremely low.
As for why you are feeling "hot flashes" at the age of 17...There is a huge list of things that may increase your basal temperature, 
please see your pediatric physician for possible evaluation/bloodwork.

Question 7

what could be the cause of hot flashes mid twenties ?

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Ovarian Failure: Hot flashes could be a sign of thyroid disease. It may also not be related to your hormones at all. However the diagnosis that is important to rule out is ovarian failure. That has extreme reproductive and medical consequences if not diagnosed. You will want to see your obgyn or fertility specialist to make sure that is not happening.

Question 8

what could cause hot flashes other than the menopause?

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Many things: Hot flashes can be due to certain medications, thyroid or other endocrine problems, or to certain types of cancer, like lymphoma.  Sometimes women experience hot flashes due to hormone swings in the 40s when the periods are still fairly normal.  See your doctor for an accurate diagnosis.

Question 9

can stress and worrying a lot cause hot flashes and feeling hot overall?

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Yes...: Anxiety, worry, and stress can cause a variety of physical symptoms, including hot flashes and feeling hot overall.  However, there are other medical causes for these symptoms and if they persist or worsen you should see your doctor for a full evaluation and exam.

Question 10

hi dr, recently i am getting hot flashes,l am 33 years old, is there a reason why?

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There may be : There may be a reason for the hot flashes, the most notable is entry into premature menopause. This can be detected bu a GYN MD monitoring a FSH level among others. A less common reason is thyroid gland dysfunction which also can be blood tested. (TSH, etc.) and high blood pressure. See a  GYN MD soon.

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