Venice is a city in Sarasota County, Florida, United States. Venice consists of a large section of mainland, as well Venice Island, which is surrounded by the man-made intercoastal waterway. The city is located south of Nokomis and north of Englewood. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 20,748.
Hot flashes affect about 85% of women during the years immediately before and after menopause. Menopause usually occurs around age 51, but hot flashes can begin as early as 2 to 3 years before the last menstrual period. Hot flashes can last for 6 months to as long as 15 years after the final period. The average is two years.
What are Hot Flashes? Hot flashes are probably the most widely experienced menopausal symptom in the western world, with up to 75% of women experiencing it. Hot flashes are most commonly experienced as an intense feeling of heat throughout the body, and can last anywhere between 30 seconds and a few minutes. Other studies indicate, however, that these hot flushes can last up to 30 minutes.