What is the treatment for menopausal hot flashes and sweating?
Disease description:
Recently went through menopause, and in the past few days I started experiencing sweating and lower back pain. I felt a bit concerned and went to the hospital. The doctor diagnosed it as menopausal hot flashes. I would like to ask, what are the treatment methods for sweating caused by menopausal hot flashes?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. He Haochen
The treatment methods for menopausal hot flashes and sweating mainly include the following aspects:
1. Lifestyle modifications: Maintain regular作息 (sleep-wake cycles), avoid staying up late and excessive fatigue. In terms of diet, reduce intake of spicy and irritating foods, and increase consumption of foods rich in vitamin C and vitamin E, such as citrus fruits, vegetables, and nuts.
2. Medication therapy: Commonly used medications include selective estrogen receptor modulators, antidepressants, and antiepileptic drugs, but must be used under a doctor's guidance. Traditional Chinese patent medicines such as Zhibai Dihuang Pills, Jingxin Oral Liquid, and Kuntai Capsules also have functions of nourishing yin, clearing heat, calming the mind, and relieving irritability, and can be used as adjunctive treatments.
3. Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) therapies: TCM physical therapies such as acupuncture, massage, and cupping can help regulate the circulation of qi and blood in the body, balance yin and yang, and alleviate symptoms of menopausal hot flashes and sweating.
4. Psychological therapy: Psychotherapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy can help women change their perception and response to hot flashes, reduce anxiety and stress, thereby alleviating symptoms.
The above treatment methods should be selected and adjusted according to individual circumstances, under the guidance of a physician.
