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Premenstrual syndrome or PMS is a group of physical and emotional symptoms many women may have in the days before their period starts. Symptoms usually stop once the period starts. It’s thought to be related to the changing hormone levels of the menstrual cycle.
Lifestyle changes and sometimes medicine are used to treat PMS.
The cause of PMS is unclear. It seems to be related to hormone fluctuations in the body. Changes in brain chemicals may also play a role.
Symptoms may be slightly different for each woman. The following are the most common symptoms of PMS.
Irritability and mood swings
Trouble sleeping
Anxiety
Bloating and fluid buildup
Constipation or diarrhea
Backache or headache
Tender breasts
Forgetfulness and trouble concentrating
Acne
Food cravings
The symptoms of PMS may look like other conditions or medical problems. Talk with a healthcare provider for diagnosis.
Aside from a complete health history and physical and pelvic exam, there are very few additional tests. Your healthcare provider may ask that you keep a journal of your symptoms for several months to better assess the timing, severity, onset, and duration of symptoms.
Your healthcare provider will consider your age, overall health, symptoms and other factors when finding the best treatment for you.
Lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines can help manage PMS symptoms. Medicines include:
Water pills (diuretics) before symptoms start to reduce fluid buildup
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as aspirin and ibuprofen, to reduce pain
Birth control pills
Medicines used to temporarily stop ovaries from making estrogen and progesterone
Antidepressants
Lifestyle changes:
Changing the diet to increase protein and decrease sugar and caffeine intake
Vitamin supplements such as vitamin B-6, calcium, and magnesium
Regular exercise
For some women, making lifestyle changes helps to reduce the occurrence of PMS symptoms. These changes may include:
Get regular exercise 3 to 5 times each week
Eat a well-balanced diet. Eat more whole grains, vegetables, and fruits, while eat less salt, sugar, caffeine, and alcohol.
Get enough sleep and rest
Don’t smoke
Call your healthcare provider if you have symptoms of PMS that interfere with your ability to carry out your normal daily activities.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a group of physical and emotional symptoms many women may have in the days before their period starts.
It's thought to be related to the hormone changes of a woman’s menstrual cycle.
Lifestyle changes and sometimes medicines are used to treat PMS.
Tips to help you get the most from a visit to your healthcare provider:
Know the reason for your visit and what you want to happen.
Before your visit, write down questions you want answered.
Bring someone with you to help you ask questions and remember what your provider tells you.
At the visit, write down the name of a new diagnosis, and any new medicines, treatments, or tests. Also write down any new instructions your provider gives you.
Know why a new medicine or treatment is prescribed, and how it will help you. Also know what the side effects are.
Ask if your condition can be treated in other ways.
Know why a test or procedure is recommended and what the results could mean.
Know what to expect if you do not take the medicine or have the test or procedure.
If you have a follow-up appointment, write down the date, time, and purpose for that visit.
Know how you can contact your provider if you have questions.