Wednesday, August 02, 2006

PS, PMS Sucks

From WebMD

Physical symptoms include:

* Breast swelling and tenderness.
* Bloating, water retention, weight gain.
* Changes in bowel habits.
* Acne.
* Nipple discharge when nipples or breasts are pressed. (Any leakage that spontaneously happens when you aren't pressing on the nipple should be checked by a health professional.)
* Food cravings, especially for sweet or salty foods.
* Sleep pattern changes.
* Fatigue, lack of energy.
* Decreased sexual desire.
* Pain. Common complaints include headaches or migraines, breast tenderness, aching muscles and joints, or cramps and low back pain prior to menstrual bleeding.

Behavioral symptoms include:

* Aggression.
* Withdrawal from family and friends.

Emotional and cognitive symptoms include:

* Depression, sadness, hopelessness.
* Anger, irritability.
* Anxiety.
* Mood swings.
* Decreased alertness, inability to concentrate.

I think I'm going through 99% of those...and I think Jeff's feeling the brunt.

1 comment:

Nikki said...

Dude...I'm in the same boat with you...We can be moody, and everything else together...The only thing is, I'm going on a float trip tomrrow! :|