PMS

Premenstrual syndrome is a combination of physical and emotional symptoms that many women get after ovulation and before they begin their menstrual period. Symptoms are typically experienced one week before beginning the menstrual cycle and end during menses.

Symptoms include:

• Irritability or anger
• Depressed mood
• Feelings of tension or anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Mood swings or crying often
• Lack of interest in activities you enjoy
• Trouble concentrating
• Fatigue
• Increased appetite
• Trouble sleeping
• Feeling out of control
• Physical symptoms, such as:
• Cramps
• Bloating
• Breast tenderness
• Headaches
• Joint or muscle pain
• Hormonal ac