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PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome is also referred as PMS. It is a medical condition that has symptoms that affect many women of childbearing age.          The American society of obstetrics and gynaecology defines PMS as “the cyclic occurrence of symptoms that are sufficiently severe to interfere with some aspects of life, and that appear with consistent and predictable relationship to the menses (menstrual period). CAUSES         The exact cause is unknown, but it includes oestrogen and progesterone. SYMPTOMS Bloating Breast tenderness Weight gain Aggression Headache Backaches Anxiety Depression Irritability Fatigue DIAGNOSIS    There is no availability of test for PMS. Here some of the strategies are provided to help to diagnose the PMS. Thyroid test - a test should be done to evaluate the function of your thyroid gland. PMS symptoms cause a thyroid problem. PMS symptoms diary – you should k...