Brief Answer: Premenstrual syndrome. Nothing to be concerned. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your query and understand your concern. What we used to call this as Premenstrual Syndrome or PMS. Not all the women have Premenstrual Syndrome. But most of the women experiences this Premenstrual tension or syndrome at least once in a life. PMS symptoms occur 1 to 2 weeks before your period (menstruation or monthly bleeding) starts. The symptoms usually go away after you start bleeding. You have to understand that the exact cause for this PMS is still not clear. But many research supports Hormonal changes, Stress and emotional problems, Low levels of vitamins and minerals and many others. If you have this symptom for first time, Nothing to be concerned about this. If it recurs in subsequent periods, then you need some life style changes like Regular exercise, Eating plenty of vegetables and fruits etc. Avoid salt, sugary foods, caffeine, and alcohol, especially when you’re having PMS symptoms. Get enough sleep. Try to get about 8 hours of sleep each night. Find healthy ways to cope with stress. Talk to your friends, exercise, or write in a journal. Some women also find yoga, massage, or relaxation therapy helpful. If the PMS symptoms still continues, you need gynecologist examination and further follow up. Hope this helps. Please write back for further queries. Wishing you good health.

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