PMS: Questions and answers

There is a very good practical reason for not necessarily using Agnus castus for fertility. There are many reasons that a woman may be struggling to... Read the full answer 〉

There are a number of reasons why this could happen... from stress, to strains, to diet change, to just a one off earlier period. See what happens... Read the full answer 〉

It is normal for most women to bleed after the coil has been removed, especially as you had it in for such a short space of time. You could look at... Read the full answer 〉

Flaxseed oil is Omega 3, which would have helped up to the point that you appear to have begun early onset of menopause (your symptoms are classic... Read the full answer 〉

It may be that her body is preparing for the onset of menstruation.  However, should symptoms continue, or if you are at all worried it may be... Read the full answer 〉

Yes, Agnus castus and evening primrose oil can be taken together, however, it may not be necessary to use two products for the same thing; you could... Read the full answer 〉

Not every month will come on the exact date or indeed be the same symptoms as most previous months. Sometimes it is just different - stress, diet,... Read the full answer 〉

Your symptoms are typical of PMS (in this case you have a lot of them all at once). See what happens next month - (if this is unusual for you) and we... Read the full answer 〉

If your skin problems worsen in a distinct pattern consistent with your menstrual cycle, it is very likely that PMS could be the cause of your spots... Read the full answer 〉

Low mood tends to be a symptom of high progesterone so, therefore, this is somewhat strange. We have a video blog which may help you to better... Read the full answer 〉

There could be multiple reasons for back pain, around the time of your period:1. Not drinking enough water - this can affect the whole body system,... Read the full answer 〉

There could be a number of reasons for a change in your cycle, such as diet, medication or stress; if none of these are a factor and it happens again... Read the full answer 〉

Agnus castus should help to lengthen the period cycle and diminish the PMS symptoms, however, we also have a product called Passiflora, which is... Read the full answer 〉

A lifestyle audit is what is required here (as well as possible a look at the non hormonal coil) as it is most likely that your hormones are not to... Read the full answer 〉

These do sound like PMS symptoms, however, given your age I'd say that they are more than likely to be menopause symptoms. Have you read our... Read the full answer 〉

If your period is late then the best thing to do would be to take a pregnancy test. However, stress, dieting and excessive exercising can also stop... Read the full answer 〉

After stopping birth control the body can take a few months to regulate itself back to normal. In your case we would recommend Agnus castus, a good... Read the full answer 〉

Can you tell me how your period is once it comes?Are you aware that St Johns Wort is contra indicated with hormonal contraception. Read the full answer 〉

As you approach the menopause (average age range is 45-55) your hormones can begin to subtly change and although you may still be getting regular... Read the full answer 〉

I'm assuming that your periods haven't returned since your holiday and not that they have just not arrived for the past 3 months and thus... Read the full answer 〉

It sounds as if you have low levels of magnesium. Levels of this vital mineral fall in the week before your period, so any deficiency will show up... Read the full answer 〉

You have the classic symptoms of low oestrogen levels, which are very common on the pill, as most tend to increase progesterone levels.I would agree... Read the full answer 〉

There are a few of things that you can do to help your daughter:1. Make sure that her bowels are moving a least once a day - every day. You can look... Read the full answer 〉

Firstly, we would not recommend Agnus castus; your cycle is already long and Agnus castus will most likely make it longer. Secondly, we would urge... Read the full answer 〉

Whilst you are still using oestrogen based contraception your cycle will, most likely, continue to happen; you should go and speak to your doctor and... Read the full answer 〉

It could be a number of things from a simple stomach bug to an early menopause. Have you had your hormone levels checked out by your GP for this? Read the full answer 〉

It is indeed quite normal for your monthly symptoms to change as you get older.  It's possible that if you are light headed before your period... Read the full answer 〉

I would say that your change in lifestyle is indeed a huge factor in your period changes, and, you may find that these changes happen next month too,... Read the full answer 〉

Agnus castus increases your progesterone levels, and this can sometimes mean that your oestrogen/progesterone levels are no longer evenly balanced;... Read the full answer 〉

It sounds very much as if you were suffering from high progesterone originally - this imbalance is associated with adult acne.Unfortunately, although... Read the full answer 〉

It is possible that this is the start of the menopause, your GP can do a simple test to confirm your hormone levels. Read the full answer 〉

This sounds more like menopause than PMS; your GP can do a test to check your hormone levels to confirm this for you and in the meantime, you may... Read the full answer 〉

The good news is that almost anything you do to improve her diet, lifestyle or general health will impact favourably on your daughter's PMS. A small... Read the full answer 〉

The good news is that almost anything you do to improve your diet, lifestyle or general health will impact favourably on your PMS. A small reduction... Read the full answer 〉

PMS is a combination of any of around 150 recognised symptoms experienced in the run up to a menstrual period, including:·   ... Read the full answer 〉