PMS refers to a set of physical, behavioral, or emotional symptoms that tend to:
Start during the second half of the menstrual cycle (14 days or more after the first day of your last menstrual period) Go away 4 - 7 days after a menstrual period ends (during the first half of the menstrual cycle)
It is important to keep a daily diary or log to record the type of symptoms you have, how severe they are, and how long they last. You should keep this symptom diary for at least 3 months. It will help your doctor make an accurate PMS diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment.
The most common physical symptoms include:
Abdominal fullness, feeling gaseous Bloating of the abdomen Breast tenderness Clumsiness Constipation or diarrhea Food cravings Headache Less tolerance for noises and lights
Other symptoms include:
Confusion Difficulty concentrating Fatigue Feelings of sadness or hopelessness Feelings of tension, anxiety, or edginess Forgetfulness Irritable, hostile, or aggressive behavior, with outbursts of anger toward self or others Loss of sex drive (may be increased in some women) Mood swings Poor judgment Poor self-image, feelings of guilt, or increased fears Sleep problems (sleeping too much or too little) Slow, sluggish, lethargic movement
What are the symptoms of Premenstrual syndrome?
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Start during the second half of the menstrual cycle (14 days or more after the first day of your last menstrual period) Go away 4 - 7 days after a menstrual period ends (during the first half of the menstrual cycle)
It is important to keep a daily diary or log to record the type of symptoms you have, how severe they are, and how long they last. You should keep this symptom diary for at least 3 months. It will help your doctor make an accurate {{ORGANIZATION}} diagnosis and recommend appropriate treatment.
The most common physical symptoms include:
Abdominal fullness, feeling gaseous Bloating of the abdomen Breast tenderness Clumsiness Constipation or diarrhea Food cravings Headache Less tolerance for noises and lights
Other symptoms include:
Confusion Difficulty concentrating Fatigue Feelings of sadness or hopelessness Feelings of tension, anxiety, or edginess Forgetfulness Irritable, hostile, or aggressive behavior, with outbursts of anger toward self or others Loss of sex drive (may be increased in some women) Mood swings Poor judgment Poor self-image, feelings of guilt, or increased fears Sleep problems (sleeping too much or too little) Slow, sluggish, lethargic movement