Most women experience some unpleasant or uncomfortable symptoms during their menstrual cycle.
For some women, the symptoms are significant, but of short duration and not disabling. Other women, however, may have one or more of a broad range of symptoms that temporarily disturb normal functioning. These symptoms may last from a few hours to many days. The types and intensity of symptoms vary in individuals. Although the symptoms usually cease with onset of the menstrual period, in some women, symptoms may last through and after their menstrual periods.