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

Examples of hot flash in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Usually, the first symptoms are hot flashes and a change in menstrual patterns. Sherri Gordon, Parents, 7 Sep. 2023 Whereas menopause—in which a body moves beyond a central need for estrogen—is natural, inevitable, volatile symptoms like extreme hot flashes actually are not. Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Aug. 2023 During menopause, when estrogen levels naturally decline, women may experience symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and mood changes. Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 June 2023 These hormonal changes lead many menopausal people to have changes in their body temperatures which lead to symptoms like hot flashes, excessive sweating, and night sweats. Alyssa Hui, Verywell Health, 18 Apr. 2023 The Study of Women’s Health Across the Nation has confirmed that women of color are experiencing more volatile hot flashes because of these and other factors. Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Harper's BAZAAR, 16 Aug. 2023 That shift — marking the end of a woman’s reproductive years — is characterized by an array of symptoms, including insomnia, hot flashes and brain fog. Alisha Haridasani Gupta, BostonGlobe.com, 19 Aug. 2023 For example, some non-hormonal prescription treatments are moderately effective for hot flashes and sleep disturbance, and topical estrogen is very effective for vaginal dryness. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 21 June 2023 Menopause symptoms: Stress can exacerbate menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, and mood swings, making the transition to menopause more challenging. Dominique Fluker, Essence, 27 July 2023 See More

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Word History

First Known Use

1907, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of hot flash was in 1907

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“Hot flash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20flash. Accessed 22 Sep. 2023.

Medical Definition

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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