Yes. I've been having mood issues, myself, and they always seem to get worse just before my cycle starts. I lash out more, plus I get more emotional and cry more easily. Not to mention cramps, though they're much, MUCH easier to deal with now that I'm on bcp. When I was in high school, I would get such awful cramps that I had to stay home on more than one occasion.
It's good that you've recognized the pattern. Hopefully, you'll be able to try rationalizing your mood. If you feel you're just unable to cope with anything, just sit back and say, "wait, what time of the month is it?" At least for me, recognizing the connection does make me try to keep my emotions under control. |