The elusive premenstrual syndrome.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a condition that is widespread and has been talked about for almost 60 years, yet today there is no consistent method used to diagnose PMS; there is no well-supported etiology; and there is no noninvasive and low-risk proven treatment for the condition. This paper reviews current ideas about diagnosis, etiology, and treatment and makes recommendations for ways a clinician might safely help women with PMS.
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D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D011293:Premenstrual Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D012107:Research Design / Q000592:standards; D012648:Self Care; D012720:Severity of Illness Index