Beside using HRT,what else can you reccommend for hot flushes?
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A recent edition of News Week had a cover illustration on Women's Health and devoted much of the magazine to women's health. One was on the very question you asked. There are women who won't use hormons and others who would, but should not use them.  \n\nThey had good explanations of what hot flashes are and how to deal with them. That included some good ways to cope with the hot flashes. I recommend that you check out the local library and find that issue. You can probably read the part on Hot Flashes in 15 minutes and copy anything you want to keep. Sorry I do not have the issue right beside me or I would give you some of their answers right now. Newsweek probably has a web site under their name.
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You don't, you can use hormone replacement therapy to try to help.  Other than that, I am pretty sure you have them until you die or until your body gets bored with torturing you.
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I am not sure what you mean by "hormone therapy" so I will try to answer the best I can. First of all are you sure you aren't ovulating? If you are 100% sure you are NOT ovulating the first thing a doctor would want to do is complete bloodwork to find out the cause. It is usually due to a disease called polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Then they will give you meds to help regulate you. The treatment for PCOS is metformin (glucophage) and/or clomid. As a matter of fact, the usual treatment for not ovulating is clomid.
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Ask your doctor if you should take temporary hormone therapy. Otherwise, just get past it. In a few months, they'll go away. Meanwhile, carry a fan. Soy does nothing for hot flashes.
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first of all food has nothing to do with it.. eat your natural vitamins and wash your face with warm water frequently not too much chemicals all the time.. sometimes exercise works too to control your hormone levels masturbation works... or talk to a doctor if you are really worried.. massage to inhance blood circulation or products with Salicylic Acid...
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What's your best choice for an herbal supplement to alleviate hot flashes? Black cohosh shows promise for treating menopausal symptoms, suggests a research review from the Journal of the North American Menopause Society. But the authors note that there's limited evidence for the herb's effectiveness, due to poor testing methodology.\n\nTo better determine the role of black cohosh in managing menopause, Northwestern University will soon launch a one-year study sponsored by the National Institutes of Health. The study will also include red clover, another promising botanical. In the meantime, Mind Over Menopause, a guide from Harvard Medical School, recommends that you take black cohosh for no longer than six months to treat hot flashes.
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It depends on the type of hormone replacement therapy (HRT) you are on. If you are on stuff like Premarin or Prempro, I'd encourage you to explore other options. Those medications are made from pregnant horse urine and are NOT the same as your natural hormones. The studies that question the health risks of HRT ALL use those medications.\n\nHowever, if you are on bioidentical hormones and being followed by a gynecologist familiar with their use, then you are doing great and I encourage you to keep it up.\n\nAs to the use of feverfew in conjunction with HRT, I have not heard of any problems with combining the two. However, if you are currently taking Premarin/Prempro and switch over to bioidenticial hormones, you might not need the feverfew. A hormone imbalance is often the cause of migraines, so once you get your hormones straightened out, the migraines may not be an issue.\n\nAnother thought: have you tried cranio-sacral massage or chiropractics for your migraines? They have a good track record for that problem.
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I had all my female organs removed includeing my cervix in 2000 at the age of 36. I am still on hormone replacement after 5 years to control the hot flashes. I am not cranky like the old wives tales say. Now this is just what I have been thru. Vaginal dryness....I am more sensitive to foods as in I get nausia several times a week that lasts for several hours at a time. I have had all the tests run possable to find out why this is happening and they find nothing. I get more headaches since the procedure. My skin is dryer and my hair is a little thiner. It sounds bad, but it's so much better than what I was going thru when I had my period.\nHope this helps you.
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YES!!!! I'm 49 and it started when I was 39. I tried Hormone Replacment therapy but, the side effects from the hormones was more than I could handle. I have found that my weight has alot to do with the severity of the hot flashes. .... I'm 5' 7" and now weigh about 200lbs. (Yuck, not something I like to share) but a couple of years ago, I excersized & ate healthy (mostly vegetarian meals) and got down to 145 lbs. at which point, my symptoms dissapeared completely. (AND I looked great) My hubby likes to feed me, so I gained it back but am now losing it again (I finally made him realize that the extra weight was making me miserable - he remembers that the hot flashes and mood swings dissappeared when I lost the weight before) and with every few pounds I lose, the symptoms lessen. Hope this helps :)\nAlso, I do take an over the counter med called: Black Cohosh Menopause complex. It's made by Spring Valley and I get it at WalMart for about 10 bucks for 30 day supply. It helps a little. I do sleep better when I take this.
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i had a hysterectomy in 98, i kno i coughed and it seemed like it took me a few to really catch my breath back....    this type of surgery is a major surgery...   you need to remember that your body once had a organ(s) in a certain area  and then all of a sudden its gone,   and so the rest of your body has to adjust to so many changes just from this type of surgery.....   and trust me, please take the time your doctor said for you to take to heal, believe me, your body will need the time frame in order to heal the right way....   do not do hormone replacements either, they r bad for you..  they actually cause more damage then good to your body....    i have not took a hormone replacement for like 5 or 6 years now,   AND I DO NOT HAVE HOT FLASHES ANYMORE EITHER...   JUST LET YOUR BODY HEAL LIKE YOUR DOCTOR SAID  AND THEN IF U STILL ARE HAVING A PROBLEM   THEN THATS WHEN I WOULD BE BRINGING IT TO HIS / HER ATTENTION...
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It's a tough call...HRT vs. natural alternatives.  There is a lot of controversy surrounding HRT in terms of heart attack, stroke and cancer associated with taking hormones.  However women find that it takes care of their symptoms efficiently and quickly rather than the slower route through natural alternatives which, some women have felt little to no noticeable relief.  I market natural products to Naturopathic Doctors and have worked with them quite extensively.  My suggestion would be to speak with an ND (Naturopthaic Doctor), but at the same time work with your GP as well.  The key is to try and find a balance between nutrition and medicine that will work with your body to help get you through this stage of life with as little discomfort as possible, but most importantly, get you through without any serious side effects.  I am also in my forties, and still stuck with all the working parts, but am starting to experience the onset of that lovely phase, so I sympathize.  Please look at both alternatives and find a balance...protect yourself.  Good luck to you.
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I started having hot flashes at age 37.  I take wild yam, standardized extract, and I haven't had any hot flashes since.  It has been seven years.  The wild yam has also shortened the length of my periods.
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I am slightly younger than you but have had a lot of success with Black Cohosh (a natural herb found in Health Food Stores).  Several ladies I work with tried it after me and they also had good success with it.  It is an OTC and does not appear to have any side effects.\nI started out taking 2 a day and increased to 6 a day before mine stopped.  I do not take hormones and if I stop taking Black Cohosh, my hot flashes return.
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Menopause is a natural occurrence for women and it is something which every woman will face at some point in her life. Fortunately, studies have been done in order to provide herbal treatments and remedies for women going through this stage. Herbal remedies, as controversial as they are, can potentially provide positive effects for women experiencing menopausal symptoms. Here are some common menopausal symptoms and the best form of herbal remedy associated with each:\n\n• Hot Flashes - Hot flashes are one of the most common symptoms for women during menopause. Hot flashes can last up to 6 minutes and can potentially occur several times within one day. \n\nHerbal Remedy – Black Cohosh (also known as squaw root, black snake root or rattle weed) has been studied and is proven as a reputable treatment for hot flashes.\n\n• Insomnia – Many women experiencing menopausal symptoms also have difficulty sleeping. If you suffer from sleeplessness on a regular basis, you probably suffer from chronic insomnia. \n\nHerbal Remedies – Kava (or Kawa) is used throughout the world as a remedy for anxiety and insomnia. Other remedies proven effective for treating insomnia and sleeplessness are Valerian root and HOPS. \n\n Depression and Mood Swings – Although most people joke about women becoming depressed and moody during menopause, these symptoms are very serious and if not treated properly can become dangerous and harmful.\n\nHerbal Remedy – St. John’s Wart (also known as goat weed) has proven to be an affective antidepressant in reversing the feelings of depression which many menopausal women experience. \n\n• Abnormal Hair Growth – Abnormal hair growth (also called hirsuitism) is perhaps one of the most embarrassing symptoms for women suffering from menopause. Abnormal hair growth can occur anywhere, although above the upper lip is usually a common target. \n\nHerbal Remedy – Saw Palmetto (also known as Serenoa repens or windmill palm) is used for treating men with enlarged prostates as well as for women who are experiencing abnormal hair growth during menopause.\n\nMenopause is a difficult time for every woman, but every woman must face it at some point. Approaching menopause with a positive attitude has been proven to reduce the likeliness of some menopausal symptoms like depression and anxiety. Researching remedies and treatments is the best way to prepare for this stage of your life. This way, when it does happen, you’re aware of what to expect and the best ways to deal with it.
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Soy based products have a safer estrogen kind that may help the transition. Those 'cooling bands' may help around the forehead or neck. Just know it is supposed to be time limited, so slowly get better over time.  If it doesn't seem too, it may be worthwhile to investigate as other conditions may mimic 'hot flushes'. So keeping a journal to see if there is a pattern of time, food related, place related, weather, etc. with frequency so you have something to show your doctor.
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Not always.\n\nI am no where near the age of menopause, and yet I have at times experienced hot flushes. It has something to do with a hormonal imbalance, but it's not usually something you need to worry about I don't think. If you're unsure it's probably best to see your doctor about it. Sometimes it can even be something to do with your skin type.
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Before starting any supplements or HRT, I would try:\nEliminate artificial sweeteners (diet soda included!)\nIncrease plain water intake\nEliminate processed foods (lunch meat, cheeses etc..)\nTake a good multi-vitamin daily\nTry herbal tea geared towards women's health\nAs far as an exercise program goes, start small! Choose a parking spot furthest away from the store/work, and take the stairs instead of elevators. Baby steps will keep you from being too overwhelmed by all the changes. Good luck!