Enduring years of the hormonal symptoms that can accompany the monthly menstrual cycle can be difficult for any woman. Headaches, cramping, bloating, fatigue, and other symptoms that make a monthly appearance tend to last for decades, sometimes interfering with daily life. As women begin to reach menopausal age, they may begin to experience a new set of hormonal disturbances, including hot flashes, night sweats, and more.

Hot flashes, undoubtedly unpleasant and one of the most common complaints associated with menopause, are typically identifiable by periods of intense heat, warm skin, and sweating. Sometimes hot flashes can be brought on by wearing tight clothes, feeling stressed, or consuming alcohol, caffeine, or spicy food. Other times, the symptoms seem to have no perceptible cause. Whether the onset is anticipated or seems to occur at random, new research may provide women with relief and understanding to better mitigate their menopausal symptoms.