Premenstrual syndrome(symptoms,causes and diagnosis

Symptoms

More than 100 symptoms associated with PMS. Symptoms can be grouped into emotional, behavioral data and physical categories.

Psychological and behavioral data symptoms that may include:

* Concern
* Mood swings
* Fatigue
* Lack of concentration
* Irritability
* Aggression
* Depression
* Ingenuity

Physical symptoms that may include:

* Headache
* Feeling bloated
* Weight Increase
* Breast tenderness
* Lower back or abdominal pain

Causes

Nobody knows the exact cause of PMS, but the theory is that PMS women are particularly sensitive to the different levels of hormones in the body at certain times of the month. It is possible that these hormones also interact with the body, mood control and chemicals (such as serotonin in the brain.


Diagnosis

There are no specific tests that can diagnose PMS. Your doctor will usually be based on the diagnosis and description of your symptoms and when they arise.

If you suspect you have PMS, and the preservation of the notes of your symptoms for two or three menstrual protection method cycles before this race. This will help you and your doctor to see if the symptoms associated with your menstrual cycle. National Association for Premenstrual Syndrome The diary on the internet, you can create a chart to fill out your personal symptoms.

It is very important to distinguish between PMS and other problems that can cause similar symptoms of physical or psychological, because it would be different.