premenstrual syndrome

American  

noun

Pathology.

1. a complex of physical and emotional changes, including depression, irritability, appetite changes, bloating and water retention, breast soreness, and changes in muscular coordination, one or more of which may be experienced in the several days before the onset of menstrual flow. PMS

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premenstrual syndrome British  

noun

1. Abbreviation: PMS.   PMT.  a group of symptoms, including nervous tension and fluid retention, any of which may be experienced as a result of hormonal changes in the days before a menstrual period starts

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Etymology

Origin of premenstrual syndrome

First recorded in 1980–85; pre- + menstrual

Example Sentences

The next webinar will take place on Tuesday evening and will discuss polycystic ovary syndrome, premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.

From BBC

“It ‘relieves the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome’,” he read from the bottle.

From Literature

Diabetes was among the many possibilities, but so was premenstrual syndrome.

From Washington Post

Several of you have written to ask about seed cycling, a practice that claims to help with premenstrual syndrome, menopausal symptoms, and general hormonal balance.

From Scientific American

Since my miscarriage, my periods last longer and I experience more intense symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.

From Washington Post