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Is Alcohol Causing Hot Flashes In The Night While Being Treated For Polycythemia?
I am taking 500 mg of Hydroxyurea for polycythemia every day 1000 mg every other day to lower my platelets. I have a drink before dinner. After dinner I experience hot flashes which are quite extreme. Is it the alcohol that is causing the hot flashes?
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Hot flashes are usually due to increased circulation giving a feeling of warmth
2. Alcohol is known to cause neural stimulation in mild doses leading to increased circulation all over. Higher does would cause neural depression.
3. Avoid alcohol and neural stimulant medications. Hot flashes will reduce.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Thanks for asking.
Based on your clinical history and query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Hot flashes are usually due to increased circulation giving a feeling of warmth
2. Alcohol is known to cause neural stimulation in mild doses leading to increased circulation all over. Higher does would cause neural depression.
3. Avoid alcohol and neural stimulant medications. Hot flashes will reduce.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
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