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Magnesium is an essential mineral for women and may play a role in managing symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), premenstrual syndrome (PMS), pregnancy, and menopause.
—Sarah Anzlovar, Ms, Rd, Verywell Health, 4 June 2024
This severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can trigger depression, sadness, anxiety, or irritability in the week before a person's period.
—Karen Pallarito, Health, 2 June 2024
Most researchers believe that PMS occurs after ovulation due to a dramatic fall in estrogen and progesterone levels in people who are not pregnant.3
Not every person who menstruates will experience PMS symptoms, but most people do.3 Some people may only feel mild effects of PMS.
—Elizabeth Pratt, Health, 12 May 2024
The seeds’ high content of gamma-linolenic acid (GLA) may alleviate the symptoms of PMS and menopause.
—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 4 Apr. 2024
As a result, the growing awareness around PMS bled over to the medical community.
—Shalene Gupta, TIME, 4 Apr. 2024
Our periods are a marker for our overall health, so almost all our customers have learned that period pain and PMS are normal.
—Dominique Fluker, Essence, 27 Mar. 2024
If estrogen is too high, progesterone is too low, or cycles are irregular, this balance can be thrown off, resulting in symptoms like acne, PMS, premenstrual migraines, bloating, and mood issues.
—Nick Blackmer, Verywell Health, 11 Mar. 2024
Certain foods like chocolate or some types of cheeses
Extremely high blood pressure
Fevers
A lack of sleep
Meningitis
Muscle tension due to stress, depression, or anxiety
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
Viruses that cause the cold and flu
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—Amanda MacMillan, Health, 26 Feb. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1976, in the meaning defined above
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“PMS.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/PMS. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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