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Follow on Google News | The Pill Is Not the Best Way to Treat PMSAlthough doctors often prescribe the birth control pill for premenstrual syndrome, there are problems with the pill. There are also other, natural remedies for PMS. For more information, contact the Couple to Couple League of Chicago.
Must I rely on the birth control pill for relief from premenstrual syndrome? THEY SAY: Each month I struggle with painful cramps and exhausting mood swings. My doctor says the pill will help me manage these symptoms. THE FACTS: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can be debilitating. The American College of Obstetrics and Gynecologists estimates that “at least 85 percent of menstruating women have at least one PMS symptom as part of their monthly cycle.” Approximately three percent to eight percent of menstruating women may have a more severe form of PMS called Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder. When women ask for help, doctors often prescribe the birth control pill, citing research like a 2005 Harvard study posted at WebMD. The article, called “Birth Control Pill May Relieve PMS Depression,” If symptoms persist even after implementing nutrition and lifestyle changes, women may need to seek diagnosis and treatment of a hormonal imbalance. An NFP-only physician can use a woman’s charting data to help uncover the causes of her PMS symptoms and consider choices that are safer than the birth control pill. * * * Sign up for a membership at Couple to Couple League International at www.ccli.org, and receive “Family Foundations.” Natural Family Planning Classes Taught The next series of classes in Natural Family Planning in northeast Illinois will begin Sun., May 23, 2010 at 1:30 p.m. at Holy Trinity Church in Westmont, and will be taught by Chris & Debbie Lillig. To register, and for a list of classes throughout the U.S., go to CCL International at www.ccli.org. Chicago area class information is at www.naturalfamilyplanningchicago.com. # # # The Couple to Couple League (CCL) is a Catholic, interfaith, non-profit organization dedicated to teaching Natural Family Planning (NFP) to married and engaged couples. This news article is sponsored by the Chicago chapter of CCL International. End
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