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Why am i having hot flashes in pregnancy?
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Hormonal changes: There are rapid hormonal changes ongoing during pregnancy that the body is also rapidly adjusting to accomodate.As a result, the rise( or drop) in estrogen levels will often cause "hot flashes".
Answered 10/3/2016
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Hormone changes: Pregnancy produces unique swings in hormones that can create hot flashes. Best treatment is low-tech - a fan or fewer blankets.
Answered 6/20/2014
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