Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Almost all girls suffer from annoying symptoms before their period, known as premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It usually isn’t severe, but sometimes it might decrease the quality of life.

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of physical and emotional symptoms that occur one or two weeks before the period.

Almost all women have at least one symptom during PMS.

Causes of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

The exact cause of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) isn’t known, but several factors might contribute to it, such as:

• Hormonal changes.
• Chemical changes in the brain, like the serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that has a significant role in the mood states.
• Stress.
• History of depression or anxiety.

Symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

Physical symptoms:

• Pelvic pain.
• Belly bloating and gas.
• Breast soreness.
• Headache.
• Tiredness and weakness.
• Flare-ups of acne.
• Fluid retention.
• Diarrhea or constipation.
• Muscle or joint pain.

Emotional symptoms:

• Mood swings.
• Irritability or anger.
• Crying spells.
• Food cravings and appetite changes.
• Insomnia.
• Trouble focusing.
• Change sin libido.

Diagnosis of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

• Asking about the symptoms.
• Medical history.

Treatment of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

• Lifestyle changes, such as exercising regularly, eating healthy food, getting enough sleep, managing stress, and avoiding smoking.
• Certain herbs, like curcumin, ginger, evening primrose, and ginkgo biloba.
• Certain vitamins and nutritional supplements, like magnesium, calcium, vitamin E, and vitamin B6.
• Some cases might require medications.