Premenstrual Syndrome Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1 My wife has Premenstrual syndrome. She becomes very moody and demands irrational things in later half of her menstrual cycle. What should I do?

Since your wife is suffering from PMS, she is having these symptoms. Being a good husband you should be a support system to her. You need to be patient with her. Remember due to the biological and hormonal disturbances she is behaving like this. Her behavior is not intentional. Your love and care is vital to her. Encourage her and acknowledge her problems. You can opt for homeopathic treatment, which provides her fast and side effect free treatment.

2 My age is 23. I am diagnosed to be suffering from premenstrual syndrome few months back. I am going to get married in next 6 months? Will this disease affect my marital life?

Though, PMS does not cause any direct effect on reproductory system but it can affect your marriage. Since it causes severe mood swings, depression, anxiety, irritability, behavioral problems, decrease in sexual desire; it may cause minor trifles in your marriage. But do not worry, you can opt for much safer and holistic treatment i.e. Homeopathy, and can lead a happy married life. To know more about PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME in detail and treatment, click on Premenstrual Syndrome Overview.

3 I am having PMS. Also my mother had PMS. My daughter is 15 years old. Is she at risk of developing PMS in near future?

Yes, PMS is believed to have some hereditary and genetic links. Since both you and your mother have history of PMS, your daughter is at higher risk. Hence you can definitely try to opt for healthy lifestyle and other precautions for her. If she has any of the symptoms of PMS, you should immediately go for homeopathic treatment for long standing relief, and preventions of further complications.

Also homeopathy will check other associated symptoms like digestion problem, learning problems (if any). To know more about the PMS in detail, click on Premenstrual Syndrome Overview.

4 I have been taking various medicines for Premenstrual syndrome since 8 months. Do I need to discontinue these medicines if I start homeopathic Treatment?

HOMEOPATHIC medicines start acting on the body immediately on starting the treatment. But since you have been taking conventional medicines for a long time now, your body has certainly developed dependency on these medicines. It is possible that the symptoms return with a higher intensity. Along with parallel HOMEOPATHIC treatment, you can gradually taper off doses of the medicine under the guidance of your expert HOMEOPATHIC physician. Eventually, you can discontinue your previous medicines. To get HOMEOPATHIC treatment from our expert doctors, click on Premenstrual Syndrome Homeopathic Treatment.

5 What happens if I stop the homeopathic treatment?

For complete advantage of homeopathic treatment and to avoid relapse, it is advisable to continue homeopathic treatment till it is recommended by the doctors. However, even if you stop your treatment halfway and symptoms return or increase, the severity is less and you can always restart your treatment.To get HOMEOPATHIC treatment from our expert doctors, click on Premenstrual Syndrome Homeopathic Treatment.

6 How long do I need to take homeopathic treatment?

Duration of treatment varies from patient to patient. It depends on many factors like disease severity, patient's cooperation, patient's response to medicine. In general, six to seven months treatment may be enough to relieve the condition.

7 How will homeopathy help me with Premenstrual syndrome?

HOMEOPATHY is the best approach as it is a holistic one that acts upon the body and mind. Homeopathic medicines help in regulating the hormonal disturbances if any. It helps to reduce the pain and bloating in the abdomen. Homeopathy works wonderfully on the mind in calming and balancing the mood swings.

Perfectly chosen homeopathic medicines can help to relieve the symptoms of PMS. It also corrects other associated symptoms if any. Homeopathic medicines treat patient and not merely disease condition. There are at least 100 remedies for PMS; few examples are Sepia, Belladonna, and Chamomilla etc. Homeopathy strengthens the immune system and make sure that there should not be any relapse of the condition. Homeopathy has always proved its worth in many diseases. To get HOMEOPATHIC treatment from our expert doctors, click on Premenstrual Syndrome Homeopathic Treatment.

8 What diet and lifestyle changes should I follow in Premenstrual syndrome?

In general a balanced diet and routine exercise is of great help in management of PMS. You can follow certain tips-

• Eat a diet rich in carbohydrates like foods made with whole grains, whole wheat, bread and cereals. Barley, brown rice, beans, and lentils are also very beneficial.
• Calcium rich foods like yogurt and leafy green vegetables, milk, milk products, soy etc is also essential.
• Reduce your intake of fat, salt, and sugar, junk foods, saturated fats like maida, vanaspati etc.
• Avoid caffeine and alcohol and smoking.
• Eat small meals every day to keep blood sugar in check.

You can learn time management and find some time to exercise. You can practice yoga. You can also enroll in some stress management classes. Premenstrual syndrome decreases your work efficiency and productivity. Try taking out at least one hour time daily for yourself.

9 Does exercise and lifestyle management help in reducing symptoms of Premenstrual syndrome?

Yes, definitely. Exercises, stress management and yoga are very effective in management of PMS. It improves mood of the patient. Also healthy lifestyle improves general well being of the patient. Enough physical activities also improve sleep and appetite.

10 Does any other disease condition appear similar to Premenstrual syndrome?

Yes, many conditions mimic PMS like depression, anxiety, perimenopause, chronic fatigue syndrome, irritable bowel syndrome, thyroid disease etc. Hence a proper diagnosis by a qualified physician is essential.

11 What kind of treatments is available for Premenstrual syndrome?

Conventional treatment includes Anti inflammatory medicines, Antidepressants and Oral Contraceptive Pills. But the conventional treatments are mostly symptom specific. Also these medicines have side effects of their own. Lifestyle management and exercise also plays an important relieving factor.

Homeopathy plays perfectly strong alternative for treatment of premenstrual syndrome. It is very efficient in managing symptoms of premenstrual syndrome and has an excellent success rate. It also helps in preventing relapse of the condition. It assures you quality and healthy life along with boosting your inner vitality and immunity. It also assures you a holistic treatment without any side effects.