Question 1

hot flashes.  hot all my life.  worse in last 15 yrs. total hysterectomy 25 yrs ago. do not want to take hormones.  what will cool me off?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes: Recently approved citalopram for hot flashes. Speak with your doctor about the possibility of giving this medication to you. This is not a hormone.

Question 2

random hot flashes. hot/sweaty/dizzy lasts about five minutes. dont have incurence at the moment. not sick nor prego. no changes in my schedule?

Accepted Answer

Sweating and flashes: Hard to tell, anxiety due its random nature or infection .Seek evaluation if symptoms persist.

Question 3

are there herbal remedies or exercise prescriptions that can help ease hot flashes?

hot flashes

Accepted Answer

Hot flushes: There are a multitude of medications available, both prescription and OTC . See your physician as he can certainly help you Good Luck

Question 4

i had and colin oscopy a month ago and every since i've been having day flashes and hot flashes at night and what can i do for them.?

Accepted Answer

Go back to doctor: This is not normal and needs a rapid diagnosis because it may be a complication of the colonoscopy which can become rapidly worse and very severe.  Do not delay, see the colonoscopist asap.

Question 5

relief for hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Start with diet.: Hot flashes or flushes, may happen due to decreased estrogen production. Hypothyroidism and hypoglycemia may cause identical symptoms. Start by eating the proper mix of protein, carbohydrates and fat. Schedule meals every 3.5 hours will work better that eating only when hungry. See your doctor. Don't tough it out.

Question 6

what causes hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Estrogen changes: A drop in estrogen, one of the female hormones, has been shown to be the cause of "hot flashes" of perimenopause.Hot flashes can also be caused by thyroid imbalances, drug interactions, and of course spicy foods.

Question 7

what's good for hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

For you?: Are you asking for yourself?  Hot flashes are common during menopause and leading up to it.  But you are only 17 yrs old.  Are you having hormonal or problems related to your period?  When do you get these flashes?

Question 8

how do i over come hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Difficult question: Without knowing your history its hard to give you recommendations. In certain cases there are alternatives and others where they may not be appropriate. I would recommend you see your gynecologist to review the options that you have given the particulars of your history.

Question 9

what causes bad bad hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Several possibilitie: Hot flashes can be due to menopause, sudden changes in blood sugar, thyroid problems, and occasionally chronic illness like tuberculosis. In general, hot flashes are not normal and a person that experiences severe ones should see a doctor to determine the specific cause.

Question 10

i get hot flashes and i'm pagrnet?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes: Hot flashes can exist for a number of reasons. A true hot flash usually is very specific and results from a loss of hormones. However, women who have fluctuations of hormones like exists in pregnancy can have similar symptoms.

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Hot flashes. hot all my life. worse in last 15 yrs. total hysterectomy 25 yrs ago. do not want to take hormones. what will cool me off?

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Random hot flashes. hot/sweaty/dizzy lasts about five minutes. dont have incurence at the moment. not sick nor prego. no changes in my schedule?

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Are there herbal remedies or exercise prescriptions that can help ease hot flashes? hot flashes

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I had and colin oscopy a month ago and every since i've been having day flashes and hot flashes at night and what can i do for them.?

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