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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According to the Mayo Clinic, hot flashes are a sudden feeling of warmth that spread throughout the upper body, often affecting the face, chest, and neck.
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Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Data showed that just 4.7% of women were taking hormone replacement therapy, also known as HRT, to treat their menopausal symptoms, which includes hot flashes, brain fog, depression, and a long list of many more.
—Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
On Tuesday, May 6, Thurston posted on her Instagram Stories, opening up about hot flashes, fatigue and more.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 29 July 2025
Hormone Therapy Needs Be Started Within 10 Years of Menopause Onset
Hormone therapy remains the most effective treatment for classic menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and vaginal dryness.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 22 July 2025
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Emlyn Travis Published, EW.com, 1 Aug. 2025
Data showed that just 4.7% of women were taking hormone replacement therapy, also known as HRT, to treat their menopausal symptoms, which includes hot flashes, brain fog, depression, and a long list of many more.
—Kristen Philipkoski, Forbes.com, 31 July 2025
On Tuesday, May 6, Thurston posted on her Instagram Stories, opening up about hot flashes, fatigue and more.
—Kayla Grant, People.com, 29 July 2025
Hormone Therapy Needs Be Started Within 10 Years of Menopause Onset
Hormone therapy remains the most effective treatment for classic menopause symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, and vaginal dryness.
—Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 22 July 2025
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“Hot flash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20flash. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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