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About PMS.
Definition: "Premenstrual
syndrome."1
Many women experience physical and/or changes 7 to 10 days prior to
menstruating. The medical term for these changes is "premenstrual syndrome,"
commonly called PMS. There are more than 150 symptoms associated with PMS. |
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breast
tenderness
indecision
headaches
joint and/or muscle pain
insomnia
nausea
anger
food cravings
fatigue
change in libido
irritability
depression
sadness
severe mood swings |
decreased
concentration
hypersomnia
anorexia
clumsiness
vertigo
nausea
diarrhea
palpitations
sweating
bloating
weight gain
reduced urination
acne
change/increase in hair or skin oil
anxiety
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About Pre(i)-Menopause.
Definition: "The physiological period preceding
the climacteric, during which occurs the regression of ovarian function, up to the
menopause, the permanent cessation of the menstrual life. Since in the united states the
age of the menopause ranges between 48 and 55 years, the premenopause refers in general to
middle-aged women."1 |

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(preimenopause, preimenopaual) may begin as earlier as year 30. Symptoms are similar to
PMS and general occurs as a women's ovulation becomes irregular. "You can make a quick judgement about which is causing your
symptoms with the following rule. If you periods continue to occur regularly, its PMS. If
your periods are irregular, it's perimenopause"2 |
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About Menopause.
Definition: "Cessation of menstruation in the
human female, occurring usually around the age of 50."1In general Menopause means that a women has stopped menstruating. |
| Menopause
symptoms may included: |
uncontrollable
hot flashes
night sweats
mood swings
fatigue
nervousness
depression
vaginal dryness
irritability
dizziness |
food cravings
insomnia
osteoporosis
change in libido
weight gain
fibrocytic lumps
headachesjoint and/or muscle pain |
When
will menopause be over?
The transition through menopause may last anywhere from six months to ten years and is
different for each individual, although the average length of time is two years. Anything
a woman can do to optimize her health through this transition period can only be
beneficial. Women who use natural hormones and a healthy life style supplemented with a
combination of herbs and nutrients will normally manage the symptoms of menopause very
effectively. |

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About Post-Menopause.
Definition: "The physiological period following
the menopause, the permanent cessation of the menstrual life. Since in the united states
the age of the menopause ranges between 48 and 55 years, generally conceived as middle
age, the postmenopausal often refers to women considerably older."1 |
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