Night Sweats
March 12, 2010 by Dr. Nicole Sundene
Filed under Herbal Medicine, Kitchen Sink, Menopause, Reader Questions
Night sweats or night time “hot flashes” can be a very frustrating problem for women in menopause or peri-menopause.
Typically a hot flash is an experience of intense heat with sweating and increased heartbeat. The hot flash can last for a few minutes or up to 30 minutes.
Usually the sensation of heat begins on the face or chest, or back of the neck and then spreads throughout the entire body. The skin will feel hot to the touch.
Recently I received this reader question:
Q: “I’m a 44 year old female, and several nights a month I get “night sweats.” About 10 years ago, my doctor suggested using Evening Primrose Oil, which helped for a while, but doesn’t any longer. Any suggestions? What else can I try for night sweats?” Read more
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