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About PMS

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) encompasses physical and emotional symptoms like mood swings, bloating, and fatigue, often occurring before menstruation. It’s closely related to menstrual health issues such as amenorrhea (absent periods), dysmenorrhea (painful periods), and menorrhagia (heavy bleeding).

These conditions may signal underlying hormonal imbalances or health concerns. Addressing PMS holistically, including its connection to these disorders, through lifestyle changes, nutrition, or medical care, can improve overall well-being and menstrual health.

Symptoms Of PMS

Three Different Classifications

Amenorrhea

The main symptom of amenorrhea is the absence of menstrual periods. Depending on whether it is primary amenorrhea (when menstruation hasn’t started by age 15) or secondary amenorrhea (when periods stop for three or more months in someone who previously had regular cycles), additional symptoms may include:

Hair loss or thinning hair.
Facial hair growth or other signs of high androgen levels.
Weight changes (significant gain or loss).
Nipple discharge (galactorrhea).
Pelvic pain or discomfort.
Acne or oily skin.

These symptoms often depend on the underlying cause, such as hormonal imbalances, stress, or medical conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Dysmenorrhea

The main symptoms of dysmenorrhea (painful periods) include:

Cramping pain in the lower abdomen, which may range from mild to severe.
Pain radiating to the lower back or thighs.
Nausea or vomiting.
Diarrhea or loose stools.
Headaches or migraines.
Fatigue or weakness.
Dizziness

Dysmenorrhea is classified into primary dysmenorrhea, caused by uterine contractions during menstruation, and secondary dysmenorrhea, often linked to underlying conditions such as endometriosis or fibroids. Symptoms typically occur just before or during menstruation.

The main symptoms of menorrhagia (heavy menstrual bleeding) include:

Excessive blood loss during periods, such as soaking through pads or tampons every hour for several consecutive hours.
Periods lasting longer than 7 days.
Passing large blood clots during menstruation.
Fatigue or weakness due to blood loss, often linked to anemia.
Shortness of breath if anemia becomes severe.
Cramping and pelvic pain associated with prolonged bleeding.
Disrupted daily activities due to heavy flow

Menorrhagia can result from hormonal imbalances, uterine conditions like fibroids or polyps, or underlying health issues such as bleeding disorders.

Menorrhagia

Potential Causes Of PMS

Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is influenced by hormonal fluctuations, particularly estrogen and progesterone, during the menstrual cycle. Potential causes include serotonin imbalances affecting mood, underlying health issues like thyroid disorders, or nutritional deficiencies such as low magnesium or vitamin B6.

Lifestyle factors, including high stress, poor sleep, and diet, may worsen symptoms. Conditions like dysmenorrhea, endometriosis, or polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can also contribute. Understanding these causes is key to managing PMS effectively.

How We Can Help

With PMS

At Body Mind Medical Hormone Clinic, we use a functional medicine approach to address PMS by identifying root causes like adrenal dysfunction, blood sugar imbalances, and nutrient deficiencies. Through advanced testing and personalised care plans, including nutrition, lifestyle changes, and targeted supplementation, we help restore optimal hormonal balance and optimise health.

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The Functional Medicine Approach To PMS

Functional medicine integrates cutting-edge research to empower patients and practitioners in making informed, effective health decisions. By combining advances in genetics, biochemistry, and environmental health with personalised care, functional medicine goes beyond symptom management to address underlying causes. This approach leverages the latest research in nutrition, microbiome health, and hormone balance, enabling smarter, data-driven decisions about treatment and lifestyle modifications.

Functional medicine's use of advanced diagnostic tools helps detect early warning signs of disease and craft targeted interventions, creating tailored solutions for lasting health. In this way, it merges science and strategy to support optimal, individualised healthcare outcomes

Lifestyle and PMS

Lifestyle factors significantly influence Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS). Stress increases cortisol, worsening symptoms like irritability and fatigue. Poor diet, including excessive sugar, caffeine, or alcohol, may disrupt hormonal balance and trigger bloating or mood swings.

Sedentary habits can exacerbate fatigue and cramps, while regular exercise boosts endorphins, reducing pain and improving mood. Insufficient sleep affects emotional stability, and smoking may intensify PMS severity. Adopting a balanced diet, stress management, and consistent physical activity helps alleviate symptoms..

Hormone Wellness Profile

A whole endocrine system analysis identifies interrelated issues across glands like the thyroid, adrenals, and pancreas, uncovering root causes of PMS and enabling targeted, effective treatment for optimal hormonal balance.

A Whole Body Symptoms Analysis

Our symptoms analysis covers ...

thyroid symptoms
adrenal symptoms
blood sugar symptoms
gut symptoms
liver and gall bladder symptoms

Plus lifestyle issues associated with

quality of sleep
quality of nutrition
exposures to stress

IN THIS WAY, USING THIS APPROACH WE CAN LEARN THE WHOLE BODY FACTORS AND LIFESTYLE FACTORS THAT ARE INFLUENCING PMS

YOU CAN THEN DECIDE ON THE BEST COURSE OF ACTION TO RECOVER OPTIMAL HORMONE BALANCE THROUGH MAKING INFORMED DECISIONS.

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ASSESS YOUR SYMPTOMS
KNOW YOUR PRIORITIES
DECIDE ON BEST COURSE OF ACTION TO RECOVER OPTIMAL HORMONE BALANCE

We Are Cutting Edge Research

Functional medicine integrates cutting-edge research to empower patients and practitioners in making informed, effective health decisions. By combining advances in genetics, biochemistry, and environmental health with personalised care, functional medicine goes beyond symptom management to address underlying causes. This approach leverages the latest research in nutrition, microbiome health, and hormone balance, enabling smarter, data-driven decisions about treatment and lifestyle modifications.

Functional medicine's use of advanced diagnostic tools helps detect early warning signs of disease and craft targeted interventions, creating tailored solutions for lasting health. In this way, it merges science and strategy to support optimal, individualised healthcare outcomes.