Category: VasomotorClinical Profile
Flushing
Episodes of intense red flushing across the chest, neck, and face, looking much like a severe sunburn or blush.
Biological Mechanism
A manifestation of the vasomotor instability caused by a narrowing of the brain's thermoneutral zone. The blood vessels rapidly dilate near the skin surface to radiate theoretical excess heat away from the body.
Common Misdiagnoses
Rosacea, Allergic reaction, Mast cell activation syndrome
Evidence-Based Treatments
- 01Transdermal estradiol
Effectively controls the vasomotor dysregulation.