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<\/a>There is a group of symptoms that exist in the world of childbearing women that occur in the Luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and are referred to as\u00a0premenstrual syndrome<\/a>\u00a0(PMS).<\/p>\n

These symptoms can be quite disruptive of a woman\u2019s life causing physical suffering, emotional upheaval and psychological pain. The symptoms begin when the egg is released and end soon after the menses begins.<\/p>\n

The symptoms may be mild, moderate or severe and can vary each month. If a woman is suffering from\u00a0PMS<\/a>\u00a0she is more than just uncomfortable she is feeling anxious, depressed or is unable to cope with the daily tasks of work and home.<\/p>\n

The most commonly experienced symptoms of\u00a0PMS<\/a>\u00a0are increased\u00a0acne<\/a>,\u00a0back pain<\/a>, joint and\u00a0muscle pain<\/a>, changes in appetite that may include cravings for sweets or other foods,\u00a0diarrhea<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0constipation<\/a>, a fast heartbeat, feeling irritable, anxious or tense, feeling extremely tired or fatigued,\u00a0headache<\/a>\u00a0pain or\u00a0migraines<\/a>,\u00a0hot flashes<\/a>,\u00a0mood swings<\/a>, a change in how they feel about sex or a disinterest in sex trouble concentrating, tender or swollen breasts, difficulties either falling asleep or staying asleep, swollen hands or feet, desiring to be left alone, and also weight gain or\u00a0bloating<\/a>.<\/p>\n

The exact causes or causes for PMS are not yet known although studies are being conducted to try to pinpoint the cause(s) for\u00a0PMS<\/a>. There are many theories about the cause for PMS including heredity, hormones, stress or psychological problems but there are to date no studies that can back up any of these theories.<\/p>\n

It can be difficult to diagnose PMS and the doctor will ask for assistance from the woman suffering from the symptoms by asking her to keep a symptom journal for approximately 2 months. This symptom journal can be a valuable tool for not only diagnosing the condition but for treating\u00a0PMS<\/a>\u00a0too.<\/p>\n

A doctor will also examine the woman physically for any physical symptoms of the disease and perhaps order some laboratory testing in order to rule out other conditions or diseases that may have similar symptoms. The doctor will also discuss eating habits, exercise routine, and how work and family life is going to ascertain how much if any impact PMS symptoms are having on these areas of your life.<\/p>\n

PMS Treatment:<\/strong><\/p>\n

There is no treatment that can cure\u00a0premenstrual syndrome<\/a>, but there are things a woman can do to lessen her symptoms and her discomfort such as making dietary changes that will lessen her symptoms like eating less salt, avoiding alcohol and caffeine and by taking\u00a0supplements<\/a>\u00a0to her diet like calcium and magnesium. Her doctor may also prescribe\u00a0multivitamin<\/a>\u00a0or mineral\u00a0supplements<\/a>.<\/p>\n

It is also advised that exercising on a regular basis, especially aerobic exercises have been found to effectively reduce the severity of symptoms.<\/p>\n

Certain medications may also help minimize symptoms such as taking acetaminophen or aspirin for pain and diuretics for\u00a0bloating<\/a>\u00a0and weight gain.\u00a0Antidepressants<\/a>\u00a0help with the depression or feelings of anxiety as well as with the feelings of irritability.<\/p>\n

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