Acupuncture and Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Premenstrual syndrome is a condition that experienced by women before their menstrual periode. This syndrome is something that is related with behaviour. Women’s behaviour will change for some period of time. PMS syndrome can begin around day 14 and last until seven days after the start of menstruation. [note]Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) - Mayo Clinic, http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/premenstrual-syndrome/basics/definition/con-20020003[/note]  

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SYMPTOMS

CAUSES

TREATMENTS

 

SYMPTOMS

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Symptoms of PMS are usually mild to moderate intensity. The symptoms of PMS disorder are so many and can vary between women. The symptoms are abdominal bloating and pain, sore breasts, acne, diarrhea, headaches, fatigue, irritability, and anxiety [note]Premenstrual Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments, http://www.healthline.com/health/premenstrual-syndrome#3[/note]  

CAUSES

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The exact cause of of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is not clearly defined. Many factors here could be the cause of this disorder including change of hormone level, brain’s chemical change, lifestyle factors, weight and exercise, stress, and diet. [note]Premenstrual syndrome - Causes - NHS Choices, http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/Premenstrual-syndrome/Pages/Causes.aspx[/note]  

TREATMENTS

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Related Acupuncture Points : LV3 PC6 Acupuncture Treatment For Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Acupuncture treat premenstrual syndrome by targeting the acupoints of SP6 and CV6. Other additional acupoint might be use, which is depend on each patient’s condition. Additional acupoints are DU20, LI4, H3, REN3,4,6, PE6, GB34, UB23. Technique used in this treatment would be trational technique, back-shu points and Point-thought-point techniques, electroacupuncture on scalp. Number of treatment sessions for this disorder are 2 – 13 sessions. Complementary treatment such as moxibustion can be given to increase treatment effectivity. [note]Effects and treatment methods of acupuncture and herbal medicine for, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3898234/[/note]  

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