Temporary reddening of the face, neck, and upper trunk that is accompanied by a sensation of heat and is often followed by sweating. Hot flushes are usually caused by decreased oestrogen production during or after the menopause, and they sometimes occur following removal of the ovaries (see oophorectomy). Hot flushes can often be alleviated by treatment with hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
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