A viral video of a woman's head steaming during a hot flush highlights a common perimenopausal symptom affecting 75% of people.

A recent viral video showing a woman's head steaming during a hot flush has highlighted the common perimenopausal symptom. Hot flushes affect around 75% of people during perimenopause, caused by fluctuating estrogen levels that disrupt the body's temperature regulation. Though the video depicts dramatic steaming, the sensation of heat is due to hormonal changes affecting the body's thermostat, the hypothalamus. While some debate whether hot flushes significantly raise skin temperature, the discomfort is real and can disrupt daily life. Understanding this symptom's complexity is crucial for empathetic support and tailored management approaches.

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