hot flash

noun

: a sudden brief flushing and sensation of heat caused by dilation of skin capillaries usually associated with menopausal endocrine imbalance

called also hot flush

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Perimenopause and menopause also lead to major hormone fluctuations that often cause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, both of which can disrupt sleep. —

Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 24 Oct. 2024 As someone who can’t handle claustrophobic and constraining clothing, the little slits would allow a tiny section of air to pass through, so there’s cool air to combat hot flashes and more room to move freely. —

Alyssa Grabinski, People.com, 11 Oct. 2024 Breast cancer and its treatments can also intensify common menopausal symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness and mood changes. —

Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 3 Oct. 2024 However, physicians can also offer treatment that can mitigate the side effects such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, and depression. —

Fran Kritz, Verywell Health, 17 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for hot flash