Hot flashes are a signature symptom of menopause, but for some women, they last far longer than expected—sometimes up to 15 years. What causes them, and why do they vary so much from person to person?

Hot flashes and night sweats are sometimes referred to as vasomotor symptoms. According to Healthline, certain cancers, including carcinoid tumors, leukemia, and lymphoma, are known to trigger ...

A video of Tracey Monique releasing steam from her head during menopause went viral. Hot flashes, caused by hormonal fluctuations and reduced estrogen levels, can lead to steam emission in cold ...

But menopause is more than the pop culture stereotype featuring women in their 50s having hot flashes. Symptoms can start much earlier — during perimenopause, the time leading up to menopause ...