title: [PMS and PMDD].
abstract: The symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) significantly impair daily functioning. Symptoms occur in the late luteal phase. There must be a symptom-free interval between the end of menstruation and the time of ovulation. A two-month daily rating of symptoms is required for the diagnosis. The etiology is not well-known. Premenstrual disorders do not occur in anovulatory states. Hormonal therapy suppressing ovulation and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) are effective treatments. PMS and PMDD can be successfully managed in general practice.
authors.affiliation: HYKS, naistenklinikka.
authors.forename: Henri
authors.initials: H
authors.lastname: Leminen
authors.forename: Jorma
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Paavonen
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008183:Luteal Phase; D034445:Ovulation Inhibition; D011293:Premenstrual Syndrome / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000188:drug therapy; D017367:Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors / Q000627:therapeutic use
chemical_list: D017367:Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors