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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There's a new trend gaining attention online that has people taking a combination of antihistamines and Pepcid to try to help reduce menopause symptoms such as hot flashes, but experts warn that as with many internet trends, it's not entirely rooted in reality.
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Gma Team, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, sleep issues, joint and muscle discomfort, night sweats, forgetfulness, moodiness, and irritability.
—Laura Schober, Health, 23 Apr. 2026
On Friday, April 17, the 44-year-old comedian shared on Instagram that there is a shortage of HRT estrogen patches, which are used to treat symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, including hot flashes and night sweats.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Most women expect hot flashes to be the first sign something is changing.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
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Gma Team, ABC News, 28 Apr. 2026
Symptoms of menopause include hot flashes, sleep issues, joint and muscle discomfort, night sweats, forgetfulness, moodiness, and irritability.
—Laura Schober, Health, 23 Apr. 2026
On Friday, April 17, the 44-year-old comedian shared on Instagram that there is a shortage of HRT estrogen patches, which are used to treat symptoms of perimenopause and menopause, including hot flashes and night sweats.
—Desiree Anello, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Most women expect hot flashes to be the first sign something is changing.
—Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Hot flash.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hot%20flash. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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