Cramping And Hot Flashes

Question

Originally asked by Community Member Barb

Does anyone else experience cramping before a hot flash? I’d entered menopause by the time I was 48. The doctor put me on HRT for 10 years, and I’ve been off Prempro for five years. However, I still get hot flashes, mood swings, all the usual symptoms, except before every hot flash I experience severe cramping and sometimes I get so nauseated I vomit. They only last a minute or so, but they do happen before every hot flash.

Answer

Hi Barb,

This is not a common combination but I have had patients report various symptoms which always come with a hot flash, nausea is a common one. The same thing that triggers the hot flash, a dip in estrogen and therefore hormone imbalance, is what brings the other symptoms along. With the symptoms you are experiencing you may want to explore bioidentical hormones. I have a couple of postings on this site about them which might be helpful in your decision-making.

Good luck, Sandy

Here are some links that might be helpful:

6 Tips for Managing Hot Flashes

Natural Alternatives for Menopause Symptoms

How to Choose a Doctor for Your Menopause Journey

You should know Answers to your question are meant to provide general health information but should not replace medical advice you receive from a doctor. No answers should be viewed as a diagnosis or recommended treatment for a condition.

Answered by: Sandy Greenquist

Published On: Feb 26, 2009