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Diagnosis of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Authors:
  • Cynthia M. Johnson, MA
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Condition InDepth

Diagnosis of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

The doctor will ask about the person's symptoms and health history. A physical exam will be done. This may be enough to make the diagnosis. The person may be asked to keep track of symptoms over two menstrual cycles. This may confirm the diagnosis.

References

  • Premenstrual syndrome. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/premenstrual-syndrome.
  • Premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Family Doctor—American Academy of Family Physicians website. Available at: https://familydoctor.org/condition/premenstrual-syndrome-pms.
  • Premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Office on Women's Health—US Department of Health and Human Services website. Available at: https://www.womenshealth.gov/menstrual-cycle/premenstrual-syndrome.

Contributors

  • Elizabeth Margaret Prusak, MD
Last Updated:
2022-03-01

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