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My pms is terrible, bad cramps, mood swings, is there any thing i can take to balance my hormones? what medications are often used, and what tests?
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PMS is terrible: Pms can be debilitating and there are options for treatment. The most effective means of controlling these symptoms involve suppression of ovulation with birth control pills, the NuvaRing or the Depo-Provera shot. Also, some women beneft from ssri medications (like prozac) taken during the second half of your cycle. There are other options as well, but these are a good start!
Answered 2/19/2015
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Yes: There are a number of different treatments available that can help. Consult with your physician for options.
Answered 1/13/2016
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SSRIs,NSAIDs,BCP: The following meds can be used 1nsaids, like naproxen, ibuprofen, mefinamic acid, relieve the pain, by reducing inflammation, supressing prostaglandin 2ssris flexitin, paroxetin, sertalin, fluvoxamine or citalopram.These restore the balance restore the balance of certain brain chemicals(neurotransmitter)helps physical&emotional symptoms 3diuretics to treat water retention 4bezodiazepins fr anxiety 5bcp.
Answered 5/23/2017
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