Patient's question:
I am a 24-year-old girl and I don't have a boyfriend. This year, I have been emotionally unstable and very irritable due to the influence of the matchmaking god. Sometimes I feel like I have come down with a serious illness, with weakness in all four limbs and pain in my left breast. What should I do? I am currently at the west gate of Chaoyang Park, and I don't know which bus to take to get there. Thank you for answering my question.Doctor's answer:
Premenstrual tension syndrome (PMS) is associated with an elevated ratio of endogenous estrogen to progesterone, leading to excessive or relatively excessive estrogen in the body. This can cause fluid and sodium retention, resulting in symptoms such as edema and headaches. Additionally, individuals who are prone to stress, irritability, and depression are more likely to develop PMS. These discomforts typically begin 7-14 days before the absence of menstruation and worsen 2-3 days before the onset of menstruation. Symptoms may include mental tension, hyperesthesia, irritability or depression, general fatigue, easy exhaustion, insomnia, headaches, difficulty concentrating, and memory impairment. Some individuals may also experience swelling in the hands, feet, and face, lower abdominal heaviness, pain, and breast tenderness. These mental symptoms and fluid and sodium retention typically disappear or significantly improve after menstruation.First and foremost, it is essential to alleviate mental stress and emotional burdens, approach menstruation with a calm attitude, and strive to remain at ease and relaxed. In daily life, it is advisable to avoid unnecessary mental stimuli, reduce salt intake, maintain a regular lifestyle, and engage in more cultural, recreational, and sports activities, which can significantly alleviate or even eliminate symptoms. For those with more severe symptoms, treatment under the guidance of a doctor in a formal hospital may be necessary.