Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
What is Pre-menstrual Syndrome (PMS)
PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is the name for the symptoms women can experience in the weeks before their period. It can affect anyone who has periods. You can get help if it affects your daily life.
+ What are the symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
The most common symptoms of PMS include:
- mood swings
- feeling depressed or irritable
- feeling upset, anxious or emotional
- tiredness or trouble sleeping
- bloating or cramping
- breast tenderness
- headaches
- spotty skin
- greasy hair
- changes in appetite or food cravings
Information and Resources
NHS 111 Wales – Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is the name for the symptoms women can experience in the weeks before their period. Most women have PMS at some point. You can get help if it affects your daily life.
Take a look at the NHS 111 Wales website for information on symptoms, things you can try to help PMS, treatment and causes.
NAPS – National Association for Premenstrual Syndromes
NAPS is a charity set up in 1984. It exists to provide information advice and support to PMS sufferers and their families with the express purpose of the condition being successfully managed.
Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecologists – PMS
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