The connection between an increase in symptoms and cycles might be related to an excess of a neurotransmitter called Prostaglandin-2. That neurotransmitter initiates and controls a few things in the body, including inflammation, mucous production and the menstrual cycle (which is inflammatory in nature). Taking a Prostaglandin-2 inhibitor, which are the OTC NSAIDS (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents), like Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Acetaminophen, might help to decrease the inflammatory response.

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