What are common symptoms of PMS?
Physical symptoms may include: • Breast engorgement and tenderness • Abdominal bloating • Constipation or diarrhea, nausea, vomiting • Acne • Headache • Alcohol intolerance • Fluid retention and weight gain • Clumsiness • Crampy pain in the lower abdomen • Joint or muscle pain Emotional symptoms may include • Anxiety and panic attacks • Insomnia • Change in sexual interest and desire • Irritability • Depression and crying spells • Lethargy and fatigue • Mood swings ranging from bursts of creative energy to anger/paranoia • Inability to concentrate and some memory loss • Increased appetite with specific food cravings (especially salt and sugar) • Withdrawal and trouble in relationships with family and friends Symptoms vary from person to person. If you think you have PMS, try keeping track of your symptoms for several menstrual cycles. You can use a calendar to note which symptoms you are having on which days of your cycle, and how bad the symptoms are. If you seek medical care for your
