What happens in a woman's body during PMS and menstruation? Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a set of physical and psychological symptoms that usually appear 1-2 weeks before menstruation and disappear with the onset of menstruation. It is estimated that PMS regularly affects approximately 80% of menstruating women, with symptoms and their intensity varying greatly from individual to individual¹. PMS is primarily caused by fluctuations in female hormones (estrogen and progesterone) in the second half of the menstrual cycle, which affect the production of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, leading to fluctuations in mood, emotions and energy². PMS care can be found here . What are the most common symptoms of PMS? Psychological symptoms: Sudden mood swings, irritability, anxiety Increased sensitivity, crying,...

Menopause usually occurs in women between the ages of 45 and 55 and is the last menstrual period in a woman's life. It is the stage where menstruation does not occur for 12 months. What happens in the body: the ovaries stop producing eggs and significantly reduce the production of estrogen and progesterone During menopause, a woman's ovaries gradually stop producing female hormones. She stops being fertile and enters a period where she can no longer get pregnant. First, there are changes in the menstrual cycle, which becomes irregular and eventually stops altogether. Typical symptoms of menopause: hot flashes, night sweats insomnia, fatigue, mood disorders vaginal dryness, decreased libido increased risk of osteoporosis (thinning of the bones) and cardiovascular disease...