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For many women menopause is synonymous with
loosing the ability to give birth. Discomforting side effects
come with the middle-aged female condition. Hot flashes are
the most common adverse event associated with menopause.
The
bursts of overheating creep through the body causing the forehead
to dampen with perspiration, as the face grows flush. From 30
seconds to half an hour, a moderate to intense heat is commonly
experienced with hot flashes. Heat spreads throughout the upper
body and to the face. Red blotches appear on the skin of the
face, neck and upper chest. The heart races as perspiration
exacerbates the condition. As the hot flash subsides, the body
becomes chilled.
A hot flash
may occur at any time and anywhere. Hot flashes can last from
30 seconds to as long as 30 minutes; however, the frequency
of these episodes varies from women to women. Approximately,
fifty percent all women w ho endure menopause, coping with hot
flashes is the most overwhelming challenge. Severe cases of
hot flashes may interrupt daily activities. For instance, certain
women are awakened from a deep sleep with hot flashes or night
sweats.
Fortunately,
there are ways for women to control the hot flashes associated
with menopause. Both prescribed medications, over-the-counter
medicines as well as dietary supplements can ease the discomfort.
Certain medical practitioners prescribe that women modify their
diet to alleviate the condition. Use these health tips to ease
the condition:
1) Dress
appropriately. Varying increases in the body's core temperature
may trigger a hot flash episode. Wear layers to accommodate
the onset of a hot flash.
2) Adjust
the room temperature. Turn on the air conditioner or open a
window to keep the room cool.
3) Get
physical. A regular exercise regimen can help balance the body’s
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