This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Endocrinology, Subject name: Physiology
Menopausal hot flushes occur due to 
Select and explain. 
A. FSH secretion, B. Decrease in estrogen, C. Increase in estrogen, D. Increase in progesterone
B: Decrease in estrogen
Answer: B: Decrease in estrogen 
Explanation: Hot flashes (also known as hot flushes) are a form of flushing due to reduced levels of estradiol.Ref: Ganong&;s review of medical physiology;24th edition; page no:-400