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Is it ok for hot flashes to last for 30-60 minutes? i'm peri menopausal. when i get a hot flash it doesn't go away until i can find cold air or water.

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Dr. Dennis Higginbotham answered

Specializes in American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology

Normal: what you are experiencing is normal. You can talk to your doctor about treatments.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Hot Flashes: yes they can last that long. You may want to see your doctor to consider treatment for these symptoms which are just awful for a lot of women.

Answered 9/28/2016

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