Question 1

are 20 minute hot flashes normal? sometimes my hot flashes last a full 20 minutes or even longer. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

A little long: They usually less for just a few minutes, including the time it takes for them to dissipate. But 20 minutes is a little bit longer than normal.

Question 2

i have been takeing affexor for my hot flashes and its not working i have been wakeing up stickey and sweaty i stop taken them was that right thing to?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, maybe not: Effexor (venlafaxine) can be helpful for hot flashes, but it's often not a miracle, but talk to the doctor about tapering the dose up before you give up on it.

Question 3

how long does it take black cohosh to start working?  i'm trying to relieve the hot flashes and sweats associated with menopause.

Accepted Answer

Not working for you: This is a "pop" remedy that seems to work for some women but isn't part of evidence-based medicine. Herbals are often very disappointing especially given all the hoopla and misleading advertising -- which is unfortunate, as there's a lot of potential here. Your physician has some stuff that is more likely to be effective. Good luck.

Question 4

3 weeks ago i hit my head. i was off for 2 weeks and am back to work, working 4 hour shifts. i started having hot flashes. did i go back too soon?

Accepted Answer

Hot flashes: Possibly you went back too soon. I hope you saw a doctor while you were away from work. You must see your doctor now that you are not doing as well as you were.

Question 5

i had a total hysterectomy on 2-26-15 and my doctor left my ovaries and my doctor said my ovaries are working but i still have hot flashes?

Accepted Answer

Not unusual.: Many women have hot flashes and other symptoms of menopause long before they actually go through menopause.  If the symptoms persist or become intolerable you might want to discuss treatment options with your doctor.  Hope this helps.

Question 6

just switched from 1.5 mg xanax (alprazolam) a day to .5 mg klonopin twice a day. working great but getting hot flashes/mild head pain. is this body adjusting?

Accepted Answer

Probably: That is probably the adjustment symptoms.  Give it 7-10 days and if the symptoms persist call your doctor.

Question 7

58 yrs. old. after 8 yrs on hrt  no longer taking.  having  hot flashes, urine leakage, vaginal dryness and insomnia.  should i go back on hrt?

Accepted Answer

Should consider HRT: Your symptoms are very common for postmenopausal women who are not taking supplemental estrogen.  Most of your symptoms will likely improve if you resume your hrt.  The urine leakage is the one symptom that may not improve with hrt alone - you should try kegel exercises (60 to 80 each day for 6 to 8 weeks). If the leakage persists you should see your gynecologist or a urologist.

Question 8

i just turned 18 and all of a sudden i feel different during my period: extremely tired, light headed, hot flashes, eyes feel heavy. ive also been working out more though. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Monitor trends: We try not to make judgements with a  one time menstrual cycle variation. Monitor the next few cycles. If the trend continues then you may want to see a gynecologist for further testing.

Question 9

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 10

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.

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How long does it take black cohosh to start working? i'm trying to relieve the hot flashes and sweats associated with menopause.

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3 weeks ago i hit my head. i was off for 2 weeks and am back to work, working 4 hour shifts. i started having hot flashes. did i go back too soon?

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I had a total hysterectomy on 2-26-15 and my doctor left my ovaries and my doctor said my ovaries are working but i still have hot flashes?

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Just switched from 1.5 mg xanax (alprazolam) a day to .5 mg klonopin twice a day. working great but getting hot flashes/mild head pain. is this body adjusting?

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58 yrs. old. after 8 yrs on hrt no longer taking. having hot flashes, urine leakage, vaginal dryness and insomnia. should i go back on hrt?

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I just turned 18 and all of a sudden i feel different during my period: extremely tired, light headed, hot flashes, eyes feel heavy. ive also been working out more though. is this normal?

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