Can acupuncture help prevent hot flashes?

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  1. Dr. Julia Schlam Edelman
     
    Dr. Julia Schlam Edelman answered:
    Acupuncture has been shown to reduce the number of hot flashes a woman experiences. Although there are not a large number of studies, it is reasonable to try this technique to relieve hot flashes as long as it is performed by a licensed practitioner and the needles are sterile.
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    Acupuncture has been shown to reduce the number of hot flashes a woman experiences. Although there are not a large number of studies, it is reasonable to try this technique to relieve hot flashes as long as it is performed by a licensed... More