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some don't get them but there is treatment

June 16
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Maybe speak to your neurologist and gynecologist and see if they can have a plan for you .

June 15
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The hot flashes + MS is no joke!

June 16
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That's a completely understandable fear — when heat sensitivity (Uhthoff's Phenomenon) is already a challenge, the idea of hot flashes on top of that sounds like a cruel joke. Unfortunately, menopause is a natural biological process that can't really be avoided, but there are ways to manage it. The good news is that hot Show Full Answer

That's a completely understandable fear — when heat sensitivity (Uhthoff's Phenomenon) is already a challenge, the idea of hot flashes on top of that sounds like a cruel joke. Unfortunately, menopause is a natural biological process that can't really be avoided, but there are ways to manage it. The good news is that hot flashes don't affect everyone the same way — some people have very few or none at all. And there are options to help manage them:

- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) — This can reduce hot flashes and may actually benefit MS symptoms for some people. Some research even suggests it can improve physical function and potentially lower relapse rates
- Staying cool — Layering light, breathable clothing and avoiding heat triggers can help
- Lifestyle adjustments — Staying active and eating well can ease menopause symptoms overall The most important step is talking to both your neurologist and gynecologist. They can work together to create a plan that manages menopause symptoms while keeping your MS in check. You don't have to navigate this alone!

June 15

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