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Post by StaceyG on Mar 20, 2008 22:35:35 GMT -5
Hi, over the last 6 months or so I am starting to feel angry and emotional at day 14 of my cycle and it continues to grow and by the time my period comes I feel like I am full of rage. I feel like I'm on a hormonal rollercoaster. I don't want to take meds for this but I also don't want to reach a point where my children are walking on eggshells around me. I don't even feel like me anymore. Does anyone else have severe pms like this and if so what do you do for it. I have always had moderate pms but not like this. Any advice would be greatly appreciated.
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Post by cherry on Mar 21, 2008 6:36:38 GMT -5
Hi Stacey, we have a fair few members who have had hormone issues that may be worsened by endo because of it's oestregen producing tendencies! I had huge problems with this, PMS that seemed to be getting worse by the month so that I felt bipolar. I know that Evening Primrose Oil is a massive help with balancing out hormones so I would try that first of all. Aslo cut down on refined sugars, cos sugar kicks and then massive drops in blood sugar levels after make moodiness worse. Take time to relax and try to always count to ten if you feel like you're going to blow a gasket It's important to remember that it may comes down to needing meds, so bear that in mind for the children. I know what it's like to be on the other end of a PMS led temper!
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Post by JC on May 9, 2011 6:28:36 GMT -5
I figured I would revive this thread because I'm really having a hard time with PMS since going off of the nuva ring. I had forgotten how bad my PMS gets because being on birth control fixed it. I get to the point where I'm in such a rage over seemingly little things. This morning I really felt like I could really hurt someone. I even considered driving into something just to put myself out of my own misery. I know I'm under a lot of stress but I feel like my PMS is completely out of control and I don't know what to do. I don't feel like myself anymore and I hate being like this. I'm taking a zillion and a half vitamins and so far it's not really working with the PMS. I just don't know what to do. I CAN'T LIVE LIKE THIS!
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Post by hannahjex on May 9, 2011 7:56:49 GMT -5
Sorry you're feeling so crappy Jenaya :-( . Don't laugh, but have you tried yoga? I'm not really into yoga properly, but I try to do the basic sun salutation routine in the morning and just 10 minutes of it does wonders for my emotional well being. I always feel so calm and content after. More strenuous exercise might help burn off excess rage as well, if you're up to it. Nothing like an hour on my stationary bike to burn off some tension. Also, have you been evaluated for PMDD? Much like endo not being 'just period pain', Sometimes PMS isn't 'just PMS'. Here's some info on it: www.pmdd.factsforhealth.org/Sorry I couldn't be more helpful. Hope you feel better soon. Hugs. xx
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Post by JC on May 9, 2011 8:44:53 GMT -5
I know what PMDD is but I don't want to see a doctor for it because they only treatment they will offer me is drugs. I don't want anymore drugs. I'll have to eventually make time for yoga or something. I'm also going to try the progesterone cream on my next cycle. I just wonder how much of this is PMS, how much is stress about school, how much is stress about this stupid tumor, stress from an impending major surgery, marriage stress. I just don't know but PMS is not helping!
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Post by hannahjex on May 9, 2011 8:56:18 GMT -5
I hear you. Where is a trip to Tahiti when you need one, huh? Hugs.
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Post by JC on May 9, 2011 13:04:38 GMT -5
Yeah that'd be a nice break although it wouldn't fix my long term problem. I'll figure it out I guess. Can't depend on a doctor to help me with this.
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Post by Karen on May 9, 2011 17:27:01 GMT -5
I know you're sick of being poked and prodded and have some other more pressing things, but once that calms down and you're ready for some more, get your damn hormone levels checked!! Something's not right, and since BC and your body don't agree, there have to be other options - I promise!
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Post by JC on May 9, 2011 19:33:06 GMT -5
Yeah! A sex change! ;D Sign me up! I'm ready for the easy life!
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Post by Karen on May 9, 2011 20:01:24 GMT -5
Ahahaha, then you'd have all sorts of other problems (such as how to hide a mega-raging boner!)
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Post by JC on May 9, 2011 20:10:30 GMT -5
LOL that's a lot more fun that trying to supress my homicidal ideation.
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Post by KSA on May 10, 2011 6:51:37 GMT -5
Sorry Jenaya hang in there. I text you something yesterday that was funny to me but if you were having that bad of a day it may not of been that funny to you. I just saw this post...your plate is full your stress, pms, school its all getting a lot to handle. Yoga, relaxation cd, painting or even kick boxing to get out the agression. I hope today is better do you have sun yet in DC? It can make a difference too. We had a Simpson Sky yesterday and I was so happy!
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Post by hellsbells on May 10, 2011 7:15:31 GMT -5
I have it. It's really got worse the last couple of months too - in line with a shorter period and likelihood I didn't ovulate - meaning less happy progesterone to balance out the evil oestrogen. I hate it. It's not me and I hate myself when I want to pulverise someone's head just because he's enjoying a packet of crisps. I tend to remove muself from humanity as much as I can, and repeat in my head 'It's PMS, it's hormones, it's not your fault and it'll pass'. I need to find ways of letting the rage out. Might buy a soft ball I can throw at the wall. From what I've read, it's basically a progesterone deficiency that causes PMS. Makes sense.
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Post by JC on May 10, 2011 9:51:00 GMT -5
Yeah that's what Karen was telling me. When my PMS is bad it seems to correlate with my temps dropping too early. It makes total sense. I think that admitting to yourself that your rage you feel is PMS actually helps. I can calm myself down from killing someone if I just say it to myself over and over again rather than looking for a reason for my anger. I'm hopeful that the progesterone cream works next month. It seems as though my PMS today has dwindled down a lot.
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Post by hellsbells on May 10, 2011 15:27:21 GMT -5
Totally. For a long time I didn't actually realise it was PMS, because I never used to have problems. I just thought I was an evil, moody, irritable cow. It was a huge relief when I realised.
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