Premenstrual Syndrome Treatment

Premenstrual syndrome is a combination of symptoms that many women get about a week or two before their period. It involves bloating, headache, moodiness, and cravings. Over 90% percent of women are experiencing these symptoms before their period. It can also cause hormonal imbalances, sleeplessness, and tiredness.

Symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome

• Acne
• Swollen breast
• Fatigue
• Bloating
• Breast tenderness
• Constipation
• Muscle pain and headache
• Anxiety and depression
• Food cravings
• Social withdrawal
• Irritability

Why Does Premenstrual Syndrome Occur?

There are no specific explanations for the occurrences of PMS. Most medical studies conclude that it is due to the changes in your body’s hormones during ovulation. Eating unhealthy foods also worsens your situation so, ensure to keep your choices healthy to alleviate the symptoms. Premenstrual Syndrome is more likely caused by falling estrogen and progesterone levels.

Treatment for Premenstrual Syndrome

Lifestyle changes can help relieve PMS symptoms. In some cases, your doctor may prescribe one or more medications to treat premenstrual syndrome, depending on how severe your symptoms are.  For PMS-related body aches and pains, you can use NSAIDs. For persistent PMS, most doctors recommend some hormonal contraceptives to relieve some symptoms. You can use:

• Susten 200mg/2ml
• Yasmin 3mg
• Cerazette 0.08mg

Home and Lifestyle Treatment for Premenstrual Syndrome

• Modify your diet. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to reduce bloating and the sensation of fullness. Limit salt and salty foods to reduce bloating and fluid retention. Avoid caffeine and alcohol to prevent severe PMS symptoms.
• Incorporate exercise. Regular daily exercise can help improve your overall health and alleviate certain symptoms, such as fatigue and a depressed mood. You can do at least 30 minutes of walking, jogging, and other light exercises on most days of the week.
• Manage stress.  Deep-breathing exercises to help reduce headaches, anxiety, or trouble sleeping. Get plenty of sleep or spend some time in yoga to relax and boost your mind.
• Herbal remedies. Some women report relief of PMS symptoms with the use of herbs and tea. However, these are not FDA-approved medications. Talk to your doctor before taking herbal supplements.

When does Premenstrual Syndrome Begin?

On average, the menstrual cycle lasts about 28 days. If you have average-length cycle ovulation will occur around day 14, or the midpoint of the cycle. PMS symptoms can begin any time after ovulation and last until five or more days after menstruation begins. Menstruation, or bleeding, will begin on day 28 of the cycle.

Who is at Risk of having Premenstrual Syndrome?

• Women who are overweight or obese are at higher risk of PMS.
• If you are smoking, it increases your risk of getting PMS.
• PMS is more common in women who have had a stressful event happen in the past year.
• PMS is more common in women who have had physical, sexual, or emotional trauma.
• Drinking excessive alcohol or caffeine may also increase your risk of PMS.