Does anyone have methods to relieve PMS? I do

[Velvetee]

I suffer from terrible PMS and always have very sore breasts for 2 weeks leading up to my period, but the main problem is the mood swings and the morose feelings, as well as a bit of aggression.

I've now found an unusual way of relieving these symptoms and it's by having an orgasm. I would assume the release of seratonins help to balance out hormone levels.

Does anyone know exactly why this would help? So now if I get a bit moody and morose, my partner helps out and we've made it part of regular PMS therapy.

[stonemonkey]

I was going to advise taking Agnus Castus, but I think I prefer your method!!

:-D

[Velvetee]

I've tried Agnus Castus, but my method does really work. I feel so much better, but still have sore breasts.

[whiskeysheri]

Evening Primrose Oil is supposed to help, Velvetee. It has varied results, though.

Holland & Barrett have it (1000mg) in their 75% off sale at the moment.

[stonemonkey]

Does EPO help with that? Wow I never knew that. I thought it was good for skin only. Love learning something new.

[Velvetee]

Unfortunately it did nothing for me. My GP gave me the highest strength Evening Primrose, did nothing but choke me as they were huge.

[whiskeysheri]

I'm trying them out, stonemonkey. It's that or get done for murder. Worth a try, eh? :)

When I was on the pill, I didn't get any PMS symptoms, Velvetee. :(

[SRH]

I've been on every anti-depressant known to man for PMS mood swings and have also tried EPO - neither of which helped.

But I totally agree with the orgasm bit! Gets the seratonin going better than Prozac! Since being in a more long-term relationship my PMS has reduced drastically, which I don't think is totally down to my state of mind and being happy! It certainly feels more physical.

I've never found anything to help with the sore breasts bit, I'm afraid - I just wear a slightly more padded and substantial bra in the run up to my period to cushion them a bit and stop any bouncing (which hurts like hell!)

One thing I have found to help with the mood swings though is having a carb-based food every couple of hours - just an oatcake or rice cake or something equally low-calorie. It really seems to even my blood sugar levels and stop me turning into a mad mood-swinging monster.

Hope this helps - I totally sympathise (and keep up those orgasms!)

[Marg0]

ironing and washing up work wonders.

[Velvetee]

Glad SRH doesn't think I'm a mad cow like Raggy Roman appears to.

Over the years I tried everything, but having an orgasm does honestly make all the difference. I wish there was some relief for the sore breasts though.

I know exactly how you feel SRH. Mine are at their worse, first thing in the morning and they go up at least half a cup size. Wonder why that happens?

[SRH]

Ha ha Velvetee - know what you mean - if only they could keep that extra 'volume' throughout the month! Probably due to water retention. As I said, a comfy, slightly padded all over bra, really does make things a bit easier - especially if you bump yourself by accident with your arm etc (God that hurts!). And, no, you're not a mad cow! You know the old story - why does it take 10 women with PMS to change a lightbulb? BECAUSE IT DOES! OKAY! ;) At the end of the day, you're not alone!

[naky-nag-nat]

'' Does anyone know exactly why this would help? ''

Who cares if it works!