10 Menopause Symptoms
Symptom #3: Hot Flashes
Hot flashes are very common among women who are going through menopause. It describes a warm feeling that radiates throughout the body and is most distinctly felt in the head and chest. It may last several minutes and can lead to flushing and perspiration.
While the cause of hot flashes is yet to be understood, experts believe that it is due to the fluctuating levels of hormones and biochemicals that occur because of decreasing estrogen levels. Up to 40% of women in their 40s start experiencing hot flashes so it may be an earlier sign of menopause than irregular vaginal bleeding. 80% of women stop having hot flashes after 5 years while another 10% may experience it as long as 10 years. The severity of hot flashes waxes and wanes. Other symptoms such as night sweats can occur along with it.
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