On average, how long can the hot flushes last for?

It is very difficult to tell how long symptoms will last; some women will have them all the time for several years, whereas other women may only get them occasionally and some not at all.

This can be due to a variety of factors, including hormonal fall, stress, diet, lifestyle, dehydration, fitness, etc.

It is very important to look after yourself well at this time as - on the whole, the healthier and fitter you are, the less likely you would be to get symptoms.

Eileen Durward