highlighted below are the PMS symptoms that i am experiencing:
psychological symptoms - irritability
- nervousness
- lack of control
- agitation
- anger
- insomnia
- difficulty in concentrating
- lethargy
- depression
- severe fatigue
- anxiety
- confusion
- forgetfulness
- decreased self-image
- paranoia
- emotional hypersensitivity
- crying spells
- moodiness
- sleep disturbances
fluid retention - edema (swelling of the ankles, hands, and feet)
- periodic weight gain
- oliguria (diminished urine formation)
- breast fullness and pain
gastrointestinal symptoms - abdominal cramps
- bloating
- constipation
- nausea
- vomiting
- pelvic heaviness or pressure
- backache
skin problems - acne
- neurodermatitis (skin inflammation with itching)
- aggravation of other skin disorders, including cold sores
neurologic and vascular symptoms - headache
- vertigo
- syncope (fainting)
- numbness, prickling, tingling, or heightened sensitivity of arms and/or legs
- easy bruising
- heart palpitations
- muscle spasms
other - decreased coordination
- painful menstruation
- diminished libido (sex drive)
- appetite changes
- food cravings
- hot flashes
so, i'm very very sorry if i get on your nerves because i am not my usual self. i hate PMS.
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