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Vasomotor Flushes - Hot Flashes
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Prevention & Expectations
What can be done to prevent the condition?
Menopause cannot be prevented but symptoms may be treated. A woman may feel better by:
Herbal supplements have not been proven to prevent hot flashes. Certain products such as oil of primrose or dong quai may be helpful.
What are the long-term effects of the condition?
Hot flashes generally cause no long-term effects. If a woman who is still having periods begins to have hot flashes, she may be starting menopause and should consult her doctor.
What are the risks to others?
There are no risks to others, as hot flashes are not catching.