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For men, are hot flashes that last 3 to 5 minutes then subside, 2 or 3 times a day, the same as a fever? can it indicate infection?

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Dr. Liesa Harte answered

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Hot flashes: Hot flashes in men are typically due to hormone issues just like they are in women, except it is their testosterone, and high or low cortisol.

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Answered 3/6/2018

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A member asked:

For men, are hot flashes that last 3 to 5 minutes then subside, 2 or 3 times a day, the same as a fever? can it indicate infection?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Liesa Harte answered

Dr Munshower and 3 doctors agreed

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