Question :-I am 55 and have not had a period for around 3 years now. What I want to know is when the symptoms i.e. hot sweats/flushes will stop. I had thought they had finished but they seem to have returned. I can also wake in the night feeling too hot.

Reply:- These may continue for some time, every person varies, may be another 2 years, maybe 2 months

  This discomfort is unique,  its not just being hot.

Check your diet, avoid  having hot drinks or spicy food before bed, wear loose cotton clothing, sleep in a well ventilated room,  run wrists under cold water before bed or apply  ice cubes.