http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/?src=rss:qb:qbsRed-face at lunch.en-ushttp://static1.yeddacdn.com/images/Logo132X46_rmt9c1d22d.jpghttp://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/?src=rss:qb:qbsRed-face at lunch.http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/?src=rss:qb:qbi<p>Everyday at lunchtime, I get red faced and my skin is hot to the touch.  What is causing this?  Could it be hormonal?  I had a total hysterectomy 10 yrs. ago.  I do use a low dosage patch weekly.  Hope someone can help.  I don't think it's rosasea.</p>KathyKathy52questionMon, 02 Feb 2009 23:47:10 GMThttp://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/?src=rss:qb:qbihttp://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/Alternative_Names_nbsp_Return_735114107937909?src=rss:qb:qbi<p><strong>Alternative Names</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p>Blushing; Flushing; Red face</p> <p><strong>Definition</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p> <br/>Skin blushing or flushing is a sudden reddening of the face, neck, or upper chest. </p> <p><strong>Considerations</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p> <br/>Blushing is a normal body response that may occur when you are embarrassed, angry, excited, or experiencing some other strong emotion. <br/>Flushing of the face may also be associated with certain medical conditions. </p> <p><strong>Causes</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p> </p><ul> <li>Alcohol use </li> <li><a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/000347.htm">Carcinoid syndrome</a> </li> <li>Certain medicines used to treat diabetes and high cholesterol </li> <li>Extreme emotions </li> <li>High <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/003090.htm">fever</a> </li> <li>Hot or spicy foods </li> <li><a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/000894.htm">Menopause</a> </li> <li>Rapid changes in temperature </li> <li><a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/000879.htm">Rosacea</a> </li> </ul><p> </p> <p><strong>Home Care</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p> <br/>Try to avoid the things that cause your blushing. For example, you may need to avoid hot drinks, spicy food, extremes of temperature, and bright sunlight. </p> <p><strong>When to Contact a Medical Professional</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p> <br/>Call your doctor if you have persistent flushing, particularly if you have other symptoms (such as diarrhea). </p> <p><strong>What to Expect at Your Office Visit</strong>    <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/#top"><em>Return to top</em></a></p> <p> <br/>Your doctor will perform a physical exam and may ask you questions about your medical history and symptoms, including: </p><ul> <li>Does the flushing affect the whole body or just the face? </li> <li>Do you have hot flashes? </li> <li>How often do you have flushing or blushing? </li> <li>Are episodes getting worse or more frequent? </li> <li>Is it worse after you drink alcohol? </li> <li>What other symptoms do you have? For example, do you have <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/003126.htm">diarrhea</a>, <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/003070.htm">wheezing</a>, <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/000845.htm">hives</a>, or <a href="http://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/003075.htm">difficulty breathing</a>? </li> </ul><p> </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Update Date: 4/16/2007</strong> <a href="http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003241.htm">http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/003241.htm</a></p> <p> </p> <p> </p>profitbobprofitbobmale56answer2.3Mon, 02 Feb 2009 23:54:03 GMThttp://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/Alternative_Names_nbsp_Return_735114107937909?src=rss:qb:qbihttp://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/alergic_eat_try_related_food_862797142103574?src=rss:qb:qbi<p>you might be alergic to what you eat.try to see if it is related to the food.</p>z100az100aanswer5.0Tue, 03 Feb 2009 06:11:09 GMThttp://yedda.com/questions/Red-face_lunch_Hormones_1865181227418/alergic_eat_try_related_food_862797142103574?src=rss:qb:qbi