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Clinically, symptoms include episodic heat sensation, flushing, and sweating, often associated with sleep disturbance. Pathophysiology involves estrogen withdrawal and thermoregulatory dysfunction, including a narrowed thermoneutral zone and increased neurokinin B signaling. Management includes lifestyle modifications and complementary therapies with variable evidence. Hormone replacement therapy remains the most effective treatment for appropriate candidates, while nonhormonal pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic approaches are commonly used when estrogen is contraindicated. Emerging targeted therapies offer additional treatment options. 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