When You Can’t Get Out: Emergency Tips for Managing Hot Flashes

hot flashes You’re standing in a crowded place, when suddenly, it happens. Your face becomes red and flushed. You begin to sweat. Your body becomes engulfed in extreme heat. You’re having a hot flash, with no obvious route of escape. What to do? Fortunately, there are ways to handle your menopausal hot flashes when stepping outside for some fresh air is not an option.
Keep reading to find out how.

Simple Tips for Crowded Places

Weddings, funerals, crowded concerts, we don’t often think about the obvious when it comes to these occasions: you are generally stuck where you are until things are wrapped up. This can become immediately apparent, however, for the millions of menopausal women who regularly suffer hot flashes.

So what do you do when your stuck in public and feel a hot flash coming on? Follow the following tips to get you through this unpleasant experience in one piece:

Take a deep breath

Hot flashes in crowded places can come with feelings of panic, as if your brain and your whole body are joining in unison shouting, “I need to get out — NOW!” If you feel yourself start to panic, take a step back and take some deep, measured abdominal breaths. You’ll feel your heart rate start to decelerate as your body relaxes from tension.

Bring a towel

Having something on hand to dab your forehead and exposed skin is essential for managing hot flashes at crowded events. The last thing you need is to be drenched in sweat with nothing to dry off with.

Pack makeup

If you’re at a wedding or funeral, chances are you’ve applied makeup for the occasion. Hot flashes are notorious for making a mess of even the most hardy makeups, so be sure to pack extra — and small mirror for applying it.

If all else fails, find a way out

Most events have moments where it is more appropriate to step out. If you’re at a wedding, a musical interlude can be a good time to step outside for some fresh air. If you’re having a hot flash and need to get out, keep an eye out for these precious openings.

Recomendation

In addition to preparing for hot flashes, taking steps to prevent this all-too-common menopausal symptom can save you a lot of grief in the future. Avoiding hot flash triggers like caffeine, spicy foods, thick and tight clothing, and cigarettes is a good place to start.

Improving your diet and exercising more may also help. If continual hot flashes are a problem, you may want to speak with your doctor about your treatment options. Go to the following link to learn more about hot flashes treatments.

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