Hot flash help
Hi all! ER+ pr+ HER2 neg, stopped HRT (e patch, topical e, very low dose t) in Nov 2025. Partial mastectomy March, halfway through radiation, no chemo planned.
Have not started anastrozole.
I had a hysterectomy and ovaries removed 8 yrs ago
Hot flashes and icy cold flashes day and night. Interferes with first half of the night of sleep. I have brain fog, dry eyes, dry everything
The worst are the hot and cold, poor sleep and brain fog.
I take venlafaxine daily for years, one gabapentin 100 mg at bedtime. I tried black cohosh but fear potential for liver toxicity.
My surgeon gave rx for oxybutynin and there is a potential for cognitive decline with use.
My onc said some women are using tart cherry with benefit.
Still haven’t started anastrozole and onc said will likely make things worse so rec waiting to see if hot flashes get better or at least some improvement
Asking for suggestions that helped you
Thank you as always! this group has saved me