Premenstrual syndrome - PMS
What is PMS?
75% of menstruating women and adolescents experience one or more of the premenstrual syndrome symptoms during their menstrual cycle. The fact that it is so common does not mean you should accept such interference in your daily functioning, not even if it's only for one day. A Chinese medicine treatment can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.​
Cause of PMS
The cause of PMS is not clear, but some factors as hormonal changes, are related.
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Premenstrual symptoms involve a wide variety of symptoms and can begin at any time after ovulation, about 2 weeks before the bleeding begins, and will usually stop within the first 2 days of the bleeding.
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Back pain
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Breast distention
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Headaches
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Joint pain
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Constipation
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Diarrhea
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Fever
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Nausea
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Weight gain & fluid retention
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Tiredness and lack of energy
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Acne
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inability to fall asleep and other sleep disorders
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Stress
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Oversensitivity
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Anger
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Depression
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Anxiety
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Worsening of another medical condition can also be a sign of PMS, as well as any other periodic symptom that makes your daily functioning harder.
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With acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and diet changes, the circulation of blood and fluids can improve, you can immediately feel a relief of stress, the symptoms will gradually decrease, and life can be smooth.