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In a viral video doing rounds on social media, a woman is seen with smoke emerging out of her scalp as she nonchalantly munches on popcorn. Netizens were shocked and amazed to see this happen, which led to some raising questions on why it happens and on the authenticity of the claim too.
To understand the same and verify the viral claim, we at OnlyMyHealth connected with an expert, Dr. Archana Dhawan Bajaj, Gynaecologist, Obstetrician and IVF Expert, Nurture IVF Clinic, New Delhi.
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Menopausal Hot Flashes Can Make Your Head Steam, Is The Internet Claim True ?
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Hot flashes are a common symptom of menopause that can cause a quick sensation of warmth in the upper body, generally concentrated on the face, neck, and chest. Your skin may get red, as if you were blushing. A hot flash might also result in perspiration. If you lose too much body heat, you may feel cool afterwards. In cold temperatures, hot flashes can appear as external steam.
How Can Menopausal Hot Flashes Make Your Head Steam?
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Hot flashes caused by menopause can make your head steam because of the way your body cools itself during a hot flash. Hot flashes are the result of a complex interaction of hormonal, neurological, and vascular reactions. While the scientific dispute about skin temperature fluctuations continues, the lived sensation of heat and pain is obvious. For many people, these symptoms are distracting and sometimes debilitating, significantly disrupting their everyday lives.
Can Menopausal Hot Flashes Be a Sign of Something More Serious?
While menopausal hot flashes are common, they can sometimes signal underlying health concerns. Research highlights that severe or frequent hot flashes may be associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular issues and metabolic disorders. It is recommended that persistent or disruptive symptoms warrant a consultation with a healthcare provider.
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Expert Tips To Deal With Menopausal Hot Flashes
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Dr. Bajaj emphasises that hot flashes normally pass without therapy. However, in the meanwhile, they might severely disturb your life. Small lifestyle modifications may provide relief from hot flashes. Here are some self-care strategies to assist you control your hot flashes that our expert has shared for our readers:
- Exercise frequently: It has been seen that sedentary adults may experience hot flashes more often compared to those who move regularly. However, check in with yourself while exercising, since overheating might cause a hot flash. If you believe this will be an issue for you, exercise in a cold environment.
- Do not smoke or use tobacco products: Individuals who smoke or use tobacco products may have more heat flashes than those who do not.
- Lose weight: Excess body weight might exacerbate your hot flashes.
- Avoid spicy meals, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol: These can all cause heat flashes.
- Stay cool: Dress in layers so that you may remove them when you get too warm. Open the windows and use a fan, or remain as cool as possible indoors. Drink something cool if you feel too hot.
- Mind-body treatments: These include mindfulness meditation, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acupuncture, and deep breathing.
Not As Away-From-The Ordinary Now?
Menopausal hot flashes might catch you off guard, but they’re also a reminder of the incredible strength your body carries through the various transitions it undertakes. The viral video of a woman’s steaming scalp might feel odd at first, but it’s also proof of how beautifully unique our bodies are. Instead of letting these moments overwhelm you, see them as a nudge to slow down, take care of yourself, and embrace this new chapter with grace.