afago de calor
1. A sudden feeling of intense heat and sweating, typically experienced by women during menopause
She experienced a hot flash during the meeting and had to step outside for fresh air.
Ela teve um afago de calor durante a reunião e precisou sair para pegar ar fresco.
2. An abrupt rise in body temperature accompanied by flushing of the skin and perspiration
Hot flashes can last from a few seconds to several minutes.
Os afagos de calor podem durar de alguns segundos a vários minutos.
Hot flashes are commonly discussed in medical and health contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'afago de calor' is the standard medical term, while in Portugal 'afrontamento' is preferred. The condition is particularly relevant in discussions of women's health and menopause, which has become a more openly discussed topic in recent decades in both cultures.
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