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Consult your Gynecologist - there can be early perimenopausal hormonal storms responsible for your problem
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Proper evaluation and personalised advice are needed for your concern. A detailed consultation would be best to provide accurate guidance.
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Your insomnia with hot flashes is due to perimenopause. Do the following:
1. Menopausal Hormone Therapy to restores estrogen and progesterone, which directly reduces hot flashes and dramatically improves sleep quality.
2. Low dose escitalopram or venlafaxine are highly effective at reducing hot flashes.
3. Gabapentin can reduce hot flashes and improve sleep.
4. Zolpidem may be considered.
5. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
6. Lifestyle and Environmental Adjustments
7. Keep your bedroom temperature low (around 18-20°C / 65-68°F), use a ceiling fan.
8. Melatonin
9. Magnesium
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Most probably you are developing symptoms of menopause syndrome.
Take iron, calcium supplements. Get blood.pressure, sugar, checked. If hot flushes are uncomfortable, take one tablet methyl dopa 250mg in evening.
For sleep take a m8ld sedative 9nly if problem is more.
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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app
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You need superspecialist like psychiatrist
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Psychiatrist
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Sleep problems combined with hot flashes (hot splashes) at night are classic symptoms of perimenopause or menopause, where falling estrogen levels cause the body's temperature regulation to go haywire â leading to sudden heat surges that disrupt sleep. Thyroid dysfunction can also cause similar symptoms and is worth ruling out. A general physician or gynecologist is the right starting point to evaluate the cause and guide treatment, which may include hormonal or non-hormonal options.
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Start with a consultation with your gynecologist along with blood tests â FSH, LH, estradiol levels to check menopausal status, and a TSH to rule out thyroid. Keeping the bedroom cool, wearing light cotton clothing, and avoiding caffeine at night can help in the meantime. Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation.
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You can consult any physician or you can consult me for the problem you ve mentioned .
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Consult a Physician also ,meet up with a Gynae to rule out Perimenopause
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1st consult physician, they will examine you and guide further
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Need to rule out osa
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Dr. Vetsa Sri Krishna Chaitanya
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Rajahmundry
Need a few more details please consult for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Khushboo Yadav
General Physician
1 yrs exp
New Delhi
This may be because you are in peri- menopause age. Have a healthy and balanced diet.
Start supplements for your bone health after consulting your gynaecologist.
If symptoms persist then get yourself tested.
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Dr. Sumit Verma
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Kanpur
1 # Eat a balanced diet
Plenty of vegetables, fruits,
whole grains, pulses, nuts, and seeds.
Limit ultra-processed foods, excess sugar, and excessive salt.
Choose healthy protein sources and healthy fats.
2 # Stay physically active
Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate exercise per week.
Include strength training 2–3 times weekly.
3 # Maintain a healthy weight
Excess body weight increases the risk of many chronic diseases.
4 # Get adequate sleep
Most adults need 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night.
5 # Stay hydrated
Drink enough water throughout the day.
6 # Avoid tobacco and limit alcohol
Smoking and tobacco use significantly increase disease risk.
7 #Manage stress
Meditation, yoga, hobbies, social connections, and relaxation techniques can help.
8 # Practice good hygiene
Wash hands regularly and follow food-safety practices
9 # Have regular health checkups
Monitor blood pressure, blood sugar, cholesterol, dental health, and vision as recommended.
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Dr. Yuvraj Arora Monga
General Physician
29 yrs exp
Delhi
It can be due to stress, anxiety, hormonal imbalance, or thyroid-related issues. You should visit our clinic so we can take a proper history and assess your symptoms in detail. After evaluation, we will counsel you about diet and exercise accordingly and, if required, prescribe appropriate medication.
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Dr. Ashita Kuruvilla
General Practitioner
8 yrs exp
Kolkata
Need few more details for further evaluation. Kindly consult
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Dr. Gaurav Jaiswal
General Physician
7 yrs exp
Jhansi
Avoid fried and spicy food
Water intake more
Green leafy vegetables more
Fiber meal
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Do connect and consult
Will help you
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Dr. Chaithra H
General Physician
5 yrs exp
Bangalore
Needs evaluation
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Dr. Anuj Mothsra
General Practitioner
7 yrs exp
Jhunjhunu
Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management
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Dr. Ravi Kumar Nadella
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18 yrs exp
Hyderabad
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