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Have you ever thought why are you being so irritable, moody and emotional before your periods? It is because you are going through a condition called Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) which not only affect’s psychologically but you experience physical changes in the body like bloating and breast tenderness. Mostly, women go through this condition one or two weeks before their menstrual cycle. Today, we will educate you about the syndrome’s causes, signs & symptoms, diagnosis and its treatment.
If you are getting different signs like, mood swings, headaches, back pain and depression, you know that you are about to get your periods. These changes in the body are harder for some women as they affect the daily routine.
To be specific, premenstrual syndrome is a group of physical, emotional and behavioral changes in women’s body prior to the menstrual cycle. The syndrome might be a problem for some but, it is manageable through lifestyle changes, medications and home remedies.
Every4 out of 5 women experiences PMS symptoms. Each woman's symptoms are different and can vary from month to month. Following are some common signs of PMS:
For some women, the symptoms are very severe like missing out school or work but for some, they are mild as they don't affect the routine life. The intensity of the symptoms vary person to person and they generally disappear after the start of the menstrual cycle for most women.
If someone is having severe PMS symptoms of anxiety and depression then they might have a condition called Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD).
Researchers say the exact cause of the PMS is said to be unknown. It is said that changes in hormone levels during menstrual cycle is linked to premenstrual syndrome. Lifestyle plays an important role in PMS for example, people who smoke, lead stressful lives, have irregular sleeping patterns, no exercise regime, have excessive caffeine and sugary foods are most likely to develop PMS symptoms.
If you have severe PMS symptoms and which are not manageable at home then you should go and see the gynaecologist. The doctor will ask you about the symptoms, start and end date of periods and record it on a calendar for at least two menstrual cycles.
The doctor will also ask general health questions to know about your lifestyle and also review your medical history. They may also take some blood tests to make sure the problem is PMS and not something else like thyroid disorder or chronic fatigue symptom.
Premenstrual syndrome symptoms cannot be cured completely but can be managed or reduced through lifestyle changes and medication.
According to The Harvard Medical School, a few lifestyle changes should be made to manage mild PMS symptoms which include:
If the PMS symptoms are severe, then one might need medication like painkillers or prescription medicines like hormonal pills, antidepressants, diuretics and other medications according to your doctor’s prescription.
Incorporation of vitamins are necessary at a certain age in women. It is recommended to take calcium, magnesium, vitamin E and vitamin B-6supplements regularly to soothe the symptoms of PMS.
Most women have to live with the syndrome either mild or severe. The good point it is manageable through home remedies, medications and lifestyle changes.
Maintaining a healthy diet, keeping up a regular exercise regimen and having proper sleep routine can go a long way toward preventing premenstrual syndrome.
Apart from having a balanced diet, women should add vitamins and other supplements to their diet to help relieve PMS.
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