You’re not alone. I never had hot flashes during menopause, but I have them now.
February 24
Are hot flashes normal for lupus even years after menopause?
Yes, hot flashes can occur with lupus even when you're well past menopause. Lupus itself can cause hot flashes and excessive sweating through several mechanisms that aren't related to hormonal changes.
Here are some lupus-related reasons you might be experiencing Show Full Answer
Are hot flashes normal for lupus even years after menopause?
Yes, hot flashes can occur with lupus even when you're well past menopause. Lupus itself can cause hot flashes and excessive sweating through several mechanisms that aren't related to hormonal changes.
Here are some lupus-related reasons you might be experiencing hot flashes:
* Autonomic nervous system involvement - Lupus can affect the part of your nervous system that regulates body temperature, leading to hot flashes and sweating
* Inflammation and overheating - People with lupus may overheat more easily than others, possibly due to high levels of nitric oxide in the bloodstream that causes blood vessels to dilate
* Low-grade fevers - Lupus can cause fevers that may feel like hot flashes
* Medication side effects - Some lupus treatments, particularly corticosteroids like prednisone, can cause feelings of being overheated
A MyLupusTeam member described their experience: "My whole body gets so hot that I feel like I want to jump out of my skin."
Since you're many years past menopause, these hot flashes are more likely related to lupus activity or medications rather than hormonal changes. It's worth discussing this new symptom with your doctor, as it could indicate increased disease activity or be a side effect of your current treatment plan.
February 24
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