Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
What is Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a set of physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms that appear in women about 1–2 weeks before the menstrual period and usually go away once bleeding starts.
It is very common and affects many women of reproductive age.
Causes
he exact reason is not one single factor, but a mix of:
- Hormonal changes – fluctuations of estrogen and progesterone before periods.
- Neurochemical changes – changes in serotonin (mood-regulating chemical in brain).
- Lifestyle factors – stress, poor diet, lack of sleep, sedentary lifestyle.
- Sensitivity to hormonal shifts – some women are more sensitive to these changes.
Symptoms
Physical:
- Bloating, breast tenderness, weight gain (water retention)
- Headache, backache, muscle or joint pain
- Fatigue and low energy
- Sleep disturbance
Emotional / Mental:
- Irritability, anger, mood swings
- Anxiety, restlessness
- Feeling sad, low confidence
- Poor concentration
Behavioral:
- Food cravings (especially sweets, salty or fried food)
- Reduced interest in daily activities
- Withdrawal from social or family interactions
Homeopathic Perspective
Homeopathy aims to treat PMS by balancing hormones, improving emotional resilience, and reducing recurring premenstrual complaints.
Common remedies (chosen after detailed case-taking):
- Pulsatilla – tearful, mild, changeable mood, craving sweets, irregular periods.
- Sepia – irritability, indifference towards family, pelvic heaviness, better from exercise.
- Natrum muriaticum – sadness, weeping alone, headache during PMS, craving salt.
- Lachesis – marked irritability, excessive talkativeness, feels worse before menses.
- Calcarea carbonica – PMS with fatigue, anxiety, breast swelling, strong craving for eggs.
(A homeopathic physician decides the exact medicine after analyzing the complete symptom picture.)
Precautions & Lifestyle
- Balanced diet – reduce salt, sugar, caffeine, and processed foods; increase fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Regular exercise – yoga, stretching, walking help reduce bloating and improve mood.
- Stress management – meditation, deep breathing, relaxation activities.
- Sleep hygiene – adequate sleep to stabilize mood and energy.
- Hydration – drink enough water to reduce bloating.
With proper homeopathic treatment and lifestyle support, women can experience much smoother cycles, reduced PMS intensity, and better emotional balance.
