Do you know what is PMS?

​By a Staff Reporter: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) defines a set of physical and emotional symptoms, which normally occur 2-7 days (often up to 14 days) prior to menstruation. “The symptoms usually last till the onset of the period or till a few days of the period. Allopregnanolone, a chemical released in the brain, is said to be one of the main factors responsible for triggering PMS symptoms. It can induce a range of symptoms affecting each person differently. These can depend on the menstrual cycle and other factors such as health, age, diet, etc.” Its physical symptoms include fatigue, headaches, migraines, nausea, muscle spasms or pain in lower back, abdominal cramps, acne breakout, sleep disorders (insomnia or hypersomnia), food cravings (for sweet or savory food), loss of libido, etc. And emotional symptoms include mood swings, anxiety or depression, difficulty in focusing or concentrating, irritability, disinterest, etc.