Depression, chronic fatigue, and the premenstrual syndrome.
Depression, chronic fatigue, and premenstrual syndrome often coexist in women seeking treatment for premenstrual distress. A reliable diagnosis can be made by prospectively rating symptoms for two cycles, taking a careful history, performing physical and gynecologic examinations, and obtaining basic laboratory test results and a psychosocial evaluation. Appropriate dietary, hormonal, or antidepressant treatment provided in a caring and competent manner can benefit many women suffering from this otherwise disabling/condition.
Gonsalves
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Department of Psychiatry and Psychology, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio.
Domb
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Gidwani
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D000328:Adult; D000928:Antidepressive Agents / Q000627:therapeutic use; D002908:Chronic Disease; D003863:Depression / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D005221:Fatigue / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011293:Premenstrual Syndrome / Q000150:complications* / Q000628:therapy; D011613:Psychotherapy
D000928:Antidepressive Agents