Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a monthly pattern of symptoms that start about a week before your period. These symptoms tend to go away within four days after starting your period. The severity of ...

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is similar to premenstrual syndrome (PMS), but symptoms are more severe. Symptoms include emotional, behavioral, and physical symptoms in the week or two leading ...

Emily Laurence is a journalist, freelance writer and certified health coach living in Raleigh, North Carolina. She specializes in writing about mental health, healthy aging and overall wellness. For ...

Many women don’t need to look at a calendar or open an app to know that their period is approaching, thanks to telltale signs like bloating, breast tenderness, and moodiness. While these are among the ...