Deepika Singh Deepika Singh Asked 6 months ago

Can you get hot flashes during pregnancy?

I'm in my second trimester and have started experiencing sudden waves of intense heat, especially at night. I thought hot flashes were for menopause. Can you get hot flashes during pregnancy?

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Kavitha Rajan Kavitha Rajan Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago
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Yes, absolutely normal to get hot flashes during pregnancy because of all those crazy hormone shifts. I used to get so warm in my second trimester, especially at night. Drinking tender coconut water daily and keeping a wet cotton cloth on my neck helped me cool down instantly.

Meera Sharma Meera Sharma Joined Feb 2026 6 months ago

Actually it is very common, don't worry. Try drinking buttermilk or nimbu paani to keep your body heat low, and wear loose cotton clothes. But if you also get a sudden high fever, dizziness, or if the heat feels unbearable, please go to your doctor immediately.

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Consult a obstetrics and gynaecologist

Suresh Nair Suresh Nair Joined Jan 2026 6 months ago

Yes, pregnant women do experience sudden body heat, but keep an eye on your blood sugar levels as well. Sometimes hot flashes or sudden sweating can be linked to fluctuations in glucose, especially if gestational diabetes is a factor. Do consult your doctor and monitor your meals carefully.

Ananya Sen Ananya Sen Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, fluctuating estrogen levels can trigger hot flashes in pregnant women, much like during menopause. While it is mostly a standard symptom, it is always a good idea to bring it up during your next OB-GYN visit just to be sure. They can guide you best on managing it safely.

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Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined May 2026 6 months ago

My wife had these hot flashes out of nowhere while we were out eating. We realized spicy foods and heavy masalas made it way worse, even though she was craving spicy schezwan noodles. Switching to sweet lassi, kulfi, and cold fruit bowls really helped her cool down.

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