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Premenstrual Syndrome - Symptoms

Written by - Savitha C Muppala, M.A.

Medically Reviewed by - Dr. Sunil Shroff, MBBS, MS, FRCS (UK), D. Urol (Lond)

Last Updated on May 07, 2018

Symptoms

Exercise and lifestyle alterations are known to help many women tide over symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

The psychological symptoms of premenstrual syndrome are as follows -

Anger
Depression
Tendency to be tearful
Irritability
Anxiety
Forgetfulness
Confusion

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Bloating
Weight gain
Acne
Pain - headache or joint pain
Food cravings
Fatigue

Published on Mar 07, 2013
Last Updated on May 07, 2018

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