Early Pregnancy vs. PMS: Overlapping Symptoms and How to Tell the Difference

Early pregnancy and PMS share many symptoms: fatigue, breast tenderness, bloating, mood swings, headaches, constipation, food cravings/aversions.

Key differentiators: Missed period, frequent urination, sustained basal body temperature rise. A home pregnancy test confirms pregnancy. If positive, initiate prenatal care promptly.

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