Hot flashes is a common symptom of menopause. It usually causes a lot of sweating in women during menopause. Some previous studies have proved that a lower level of estrogen hormone changes the function of the hypothalamus in controlling the body temperature. But in a recent study, researchers have revealed that changes in temperature, humidity and physical activity affect hot flashes in women going through menopause. Â
This study was published in the journal Menopause. In this study, researchers involved 200 women going through different stages of menopause such as premenopause, perimenopause and postmenopause. They tracked these women and collected the data about their hot flashes and physical activities. Â
When researchers observed the collected data, they found that women who had experienced hot flashes had performed very extensive physical activities. Researchers also studied how some factors such as temperature and humidity affect hot flashes. When they observed these factors’ effects carefully and studied them, they found that temperature and humidity play an important role and affect hot flashes. They increased the hot flashes. But the results in natural settings were not clear. Â
One of the researchers says that this study clearly shows a connection between increased physical activity and subjective and objective hot flashes in women whether they are asleep or awake. Physical activity and the temperature of room can affect the hot flashes during menopause. If a woman has hot flashes, she can use a lighter blanket and keep her room cool. Â
The results of this study clearly show that physical activities and temperature increase the risk of hot flashes. So, healthcare professionals should tell this to their patients while suggesting some physical exercise. They should also make some effective strategies and spread awareness about this in women who are going through menopause. They should tell these women to use lighter blankets and keep their room temperature lower. Â
