hormones

Kathy Asked:

Red-face at lunch.

Everyday at lunchtime, I get red faced and my skin is hot to the touch. What is causing this? Could it be hormonal? I had a total hysterectomy 10 yrs. ago. I do use a low dosage patch weekly. Hope someone can help. I don't think it's rosasea.

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profitbob Answered:

Alternative Names Return to top

Blushing; Flushing; Red face

Definition Return to top

Skin blushing or flushing is a sudden reddening of the face, neck, or upper chest.

Considerations Return to top

Blushing is a normal body response that may occur when you are embarrassed, angry, excited, or experiencing some other strong emotion.
Flushing of the face may also be associated with certain medical conditions.

Causes Return to top

Alcohol use
Carcinoid syndrome
Certain medicines used to treat diabetes and high cholesterol
Extreme emotions
High fever
Hot or spicy foods
Menopause
Rapid changes in temperature
Rosacea

Home Care Return to top

Try to avoid the things that cause your blushing. For example, you may need to avoid hot drinks, spicy food, extremes of temperature, and bright sunlight.

When to Contact a Medical Professional Return to top

Call your doctor if you have persistent flushing, particularly if you have other symptoms (such as diarrhea).

What to Expect at Your Office Visit Return to top

Your doctor will perform a physical exam and may ask you questions about your medical history and symptoms, including:

Does the flushing affect the whole body or just the face?
Do you have hot flashes?
How often do you have flushing or blushing?
Are episodes getting worse or more frequent?
Is it worse after you drink alcohol?
What other symptoms do you have? For example, do you have diarrhea, wheezing, hives, or difficulty breathing?

Update Date: 4/16/2007 http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003241.htm

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