I'm 53 and had my last period 8 months ago. I have hotflashes, but for me, it just feels like a general flushing, no big deal and perfectly manageable.
HOWEVER
I went for my PAP last month, and the dr agreed when I said that the med I've been taking for 22 years has something to do with why they're mild.
Right after my third was born, long story, but I was put on 50 mg Elavil. It's been upped to 75 mg, taken right before I sleep. Let's just say it was a hormone caused problem.
I just read that another gal was put on an antideppressants, and Elavil is a very very old antidepresseant. It still costs me only $10 a month, insurance or no