The cycle affects every woman differently - for some it is associated with different problems.
The premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can be behind menstrual symptoms.
Some women hardly feel ovulation, others have enormous pain: Depending on the phase of the cycle, different symptoms can occur - including digestive problems *, headaches and mood swings.
If the physical and emotional complaints are very severe, doctors speak of premenstrual syndrome, or PMS for short.
It is not known how many women are affected.
However, it is estimated that at least every second woman should have psychological or physical symptoms in the second half of the cycle that correspond to those of PMS, as the Yellow List Pharmindex informs as a drug directory for Germany.
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which symptoms are typical for PMS
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Many women deal with their symptoms as normal during the various phases of the cycle - menstrual phase, proliferation phase, luteal or luteal phase and ischemic phase.
But if the symptoms get out of hand and interfere with everyday life, a gynecologist should be consulted.
Because menstrual cycle problems can indicate diseases such as endometriosis - or premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
Recurring, cycle-dependent physical and psychological symptoms speak in favor of PMS, the suffering of many patients is great.
Especially if those affected suffer from the extreme form of PMS: premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDS).
Pronounced complaints here limit everyday life immensely and affect mental health.
PMS is not a rare phenomenon.
The Yellow List Pharmaindex informs that four to 20 percent of all women suffer from clinically relevant premenstrual symptoms.
The exact cause of PMS is not yet known, but specialists are discussing hormonal disorders and predisposition as possible triggers.
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Recognizing Premenstrual Syndrome - The Symptoms of PMS
There are a number of symptoms that can occur with PMS.
Some women observe specific physical and psychological complaints depending on the phase of the cycle, with the symptoms often subsiding as menstruation begins.
The following symptoms can indicate PMS
:
Headache and backache, migraines
Lower abdominal pain, abdominal pain
Bloating, diarrhea, constipation, gas
nausea
Loss of appetite or cravings
Chest pain
Mood swings, depressive moods, anxiety, increased impulsiveness, social withdrawal, inner restlessness, aggressiveness, "built close to the water"
Fatigue, listlessness, difficulty concentrating
Water retention, weight gain
Acne, blemishes
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Does monk's pepper work against PMS?
If PMS is suspected, the doctor will first rule out other possible causes behind the symptoms.
Only when endometriosis, an autoimmune disease, migraines, irritable bowel syndrome, and a number of other possible causes have been ruled out, will the doctor diagnose PMS.
How premenstrual syndrome is treated depends on the patient's symptoms
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Endurance sports, regular sleep patterns and stress reduction have a beneficial effect.
Diet also plays an important role, so those affected should largely avoid coffee, sugar and alcohol.
A diet low in salt and protein is also recommended.
If changes in lifestyle do not work, the attending physician will prescribe pain relievers, diuretics, oral contraceptives or antidepressants, depending on the symptoms.
Some affected women also report a positive effect from phytotherapy
: these include monk's pepper preparations, St. John's wort, evening primrose oil, gingko biloba and silver grape candle.
Here, however, there is no sufficient evidence for the effectiveness, such as yellow-list.de informs.
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