premenstrual syndrome

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

premenstrual syndrome

noun

1. 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 AbbreviationPMSPMT

Word History and Origins

Origin of premenstrual syndrome¹

First recorded in 1980–85; pre- + menstrual

Example Sentences

“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

Turmeric is hailed for helping a host of conditions: high cholesterol, hay fever, depression, gingivitis, premenstrual syndrome and even hangovers.

From New York Times