It is one of the most annoying problems at the beginning of menopause. It is observed in the majority of women (approximately 85%). In approximately 60% of women, it lasts from 6 months to 5 years. It is known that it lasts longer than 5 years in a smaller group of women.
What causes hot flashes? Actually, the reason for this is not fully known. However, research shows that estrogen (female hormone) also has very important effects on brain functions. Hot flashes are located in the hypothalamus region of the brain and regulate body temperature. "thermostat" It is thought to occur as a result of the decrease in the stabilizing effect on the body.
Hot flashes are typically described as a feeling of warmth that begins in the head and face and spreads to the neck and other parts of the body. This feeling may last for 1-5 minutes.
The best cure is missing estrogen hormone is to use.