There are many possible causes of hot flashes besides menopause, including hormonal changes, stress and anxiety, and smoking. Something as simple as being in a hot room or eating spicy foods may ...
Primary and review articles published in English were identified by a MEDLINE (1966-June 2003) search using the MeSH terms "hot flashes," "hot flushes," "menopause," and "serotonin reuptake inhibitor.
Common symptoms include hot flashes, mood swings, and anxiety, which can lead to meltdowns, the moments of intense emotional distress marked by irritability or sadness. Recognising that these ...