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    Hot Flash: A Closer Look at Vasomotor Symptoms in Menopause

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    My Story: My Life With Vasomotor Symptoms

    Vasomotor symptoms are a common symptom of menopause. Omisade Burney-Scott, 55, details how she managed her hot flashes and night sweats.

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    What Are Vasomotor Symptoms?

    They’re the most common symptom of menopause. Here’s what you should know about vasomotor symptoms, also known as hot flashes and night sweats.

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    Triggers to Be Aware Of

    Know the most common triggers of vasomotor symptoms -- hot flashes and night sweats -- and what you can do to avoid them.

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    Facts and Stats

    Feeling the heat? You’re not alone. Most women have hot flashes, or night sweats, during menopause. Learn more with these fast facts on vasomotor symptoms.

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    Options for Treatment

    You don’t have to “just live with” hot flashes and night sweats. Learn about treatments for vasomotor symptoms that can help you cool off and feel better.

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    Lifestyle Tips to Ease Your Hot Flashes

    You don’t have to sweat vasomotor symptoms out. Learn what you can do to have fewer, less severe hot flashes and night sweats.

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    Vasomotor Symptoms and Your Daily Life

    Vasomotor symptoms, or hot flashes and night sweats, can affect your sleep and your health in ways that might surprise you. Here’s what you should know.

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    Testing Your Knowledge

    How much do you know about hot flashes and night sweats? Find out by taking this quiz on vasomotor symptoms.

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