About 75% of women experience discomfort shortly before their menstrual period. These premenstrual symptoms can be very unpleasant and painful, but homeopathy can alleviate them and relieve the patient with simple remedies without side effects.
The exact causes of premenstrual syndrome
are not yet precisely determined, but it is nevertheless known that women who suffer from it are extremely sensitive to hormonal fluctuations in the menstrual cycle. In addition, it has been proven that the women most affected are those who smoke, are exposed to stress, are sedentary, or sleep little. Family history, excessive consumption of caffeine, alcohol, salt and deficiencies in calcium, magnesium or B vitamins also expose you to this syndrome.
Symptoms
The symptoms of PMS usually manifest as pelvic heaviness, generalized fatigue, tender and swollen breasts, migraines, abdominal cramps, muscle pain, acne, and hot flashes. There is also a change in mood, irritability, aggressiveness, depression, crying fits and even an increase or decrease in libido.
Homeopathic treatment of premenstrual syndrome
To curb the effects of premenstrual syndrome, the hormonal system must be completely rebalanced and thus reduce the most intense and uncomfortable symptoms. Therefore, against the manifestations of mood disorders such as crying fits and feelings of abandonment, it is advisable to use Pulsatilla. To combat the feeling of indifference and disinterest, bad mood and sensitivity, it is better to use Sepia, which is more effective in this case. In order to limit the feeling of discomfort felt during the premenstrual period, it is advisable to take 1 dose of Folliculinum 15 CH per week for a period of 3 months.
Note that Pulsatilla can also be administered to relieve the feeling of pelvic heaviness. To combat weight gain and water retention, it is recommended to take Natrum sulfuricum during menstruation and Progesteronum 7CH on the 14th and 21st days of the cycle. To relieve swollen and painful breasts, it is possible to administer Lac caninum 9 CH at a rate of 5 granules per day from the onset of pain until the next period. There are also many remedies for headaches related to the premenstrual period, including Bovista 5 CH, which should be taken in 5 CH, at a rate of 3 granules 3 to 5 times a day. Finally, Cocculus indicus 9 CH is effective against nausea, dizziness and feelings of malaise.
When to see a doctor?
Premenstrual syndrome is not really dangerous, it is at most very uncomfortable, however there can be rare cases where the symptoms become very serious. Thus, when the following signs appear, you should immediately consult a doctor: pain during sexual intercourse, eye disorders or even blindness, severe headaches and diplopia.
