Hot Flashes and Summer Weather

Treatments for breast cancer lowers your estrogen levels, and that causes hot flashes. It's the sensation of having a personal summer heat wave, and can include flushed face and upper body, sweating, and pounding heartbeat. In fact, hot summer weather can trigger a hot flash. Hormone therapy can help, but is not recommended for women who are at risk for breast cancer. Here are 10 ways to cope with hot flashes, without using hormonal treatments.

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