Hot Flushes
As some one who had Triple Negative BC last year, I have been thrown into Menopause and Hot Flushes have fast become my enemy. I have spoken to my surgeon about it. My doctor wrote a script for Eff...
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Hi there,
I finished chemo in December last year and at that time I had to sleep with a hand towel on my pillow and another next to the bed so I could change them during the night! Fortunately, they've become less frequent and less severe over time. Some of these will be repeats but here's my top tips:
1. Drink lots and lots of water (seems to reduce both frequency and severity).
2. Avoid all forms of caffiene including chocolate and cola drinks.
3. Try herbal teas, including sage, peppermint and ginger.
4. If night sweats are really bad you might want to get a 'chillow' pillow. Here's the link: http://www.sleepsolutions.com.au/temperature-control/?gclid=CMWvj5eR4r4CFRMHvAod9qsABQ
5. Carry a fan and don't be afraid to use it.
6. Shift your thinking; if you find the sweats embarrassing or distressing they will seem much worse. I put my hands on my hips and say "I'm having another wonder woman power surge. Does anyone want some water heated?" Being able to laugh about it really helps.
7. If you don't already meditate then add that in too. There's lots of good, free guided meditations on YouTube. I've found that the calmer I am, the less I sweat and meditation has helped with that.
8. Learn the early warning signs of a hot flush and strip off those layers as fast as you can.
9. Wear cotton (or nothing) to bed.
10. Be naked as often as you can.
Hope some of this is helpful to you. Remember, they're going to get better in time. My other favourite thought is that they sure beat having a period!
Best wishes and good luck with it all.
Meg