"Hot flashes" refers to a sudden and intense feeling of heat that can spread throughout the body, mostly experienced by women during menopause. It may cause sweating, flushing of the skin, and a rapid heartbeat. Full definition
A review of randomized controlled trials, published in 2004, reported that hormone therapy decreased the frequency of hot flashes by 75 percent and reduced their severity as well. (sciencenews.org)
Many women begin to experience symptoms of menopause, such as hot flashes, before their periods stop. (mindbodygreen.com)
Many women experience hot flashes during menopause, because their bodies produce less estrogen. (toptestosteroneboosters.org)