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Purebun.com – “Is this a symptom of PMS or a sign of pregnancy?” This question may have crossed your mind. Indeed, there are some signs of PMS that are similar to early pregnancy symptoms. Come on, identify the differences between PMS and signs of pregnancy.
PMS (premenstrual syndrome) is a collection of symptoms or complaints that occur within 1-2 weeks before menstruation. These complaints are subjective and may vary from woman to woman.
Recognize the Difference between PMS and Pregnancy Signs
Although similar, the following signs can be a reference to distinguish PMS and early pregnancy symptoms:
1. Stomach cramps
PMS: 1-2 days before your period you may experience stomach cramps. The stomach cramps that you experience during PMS can decrease when you are menstruating and disappear on the last day of your period.
Pregnancy: Abdominal cramps that occur early and during pregnancy may be similar to menstrual cramps, but are located differently. Cramps due to pregnancy are usually felt in the lower abdomen or lower back and this condition can last longer than PMS, in a matter of weeks to months.
2. Blood spots or spots
PMS: Spots of blood can be a sign that you are about to have your period or are in PMS. In PMS, blood spots or brown spots will be followed by menstrual bleeding for 2-7 days.
Pregnancy: Spots of bleeding in your underwear or during urination can also be an early sign of pregnancy. These spots are also known as implantation spots. Blood spots that occur due to implantation usually only occur within a few days and the bleeding is only a little.
3. Breast pain
PMS: Pain and swelling in the breasts can occur before your period. This pain varies from mild to very painful.
Pregnancy: If this pain is related to pregnancy, it is generally severe. Breasts may also become very sensitive, and look fuller.
4. Appetite increases
PMS: When you have PMS, your appetite may increase and you will often feel hungry.
Pregnancy: Just like PMS, during early pregnancy your appetite can also increase. This is because the body needs to adapt to the growing fetus, besides that pregnant women can also have the desire to eat certain foods or are often called cravings.
5. Tired easily
PMS: Feeling tired before menstruation can occur because the hormones estrogen and progesterone increase.
Pregnancy: The hormonal changes that occur during pregnancy can also make you feel tired. It’s just that the fatigue felt during pregnancy can exceed the feeling of fatigue during PMS.
You can distinguish PMS from signs of pregnancy by paying attention to the differences described above. If you are planning a pregnancy, do a pregnancy check with a test pack after a missed period or check with a gynecologist. This is to determine whether you only have PMS or are pregnant.
