The management of Premenstrual syndrome: A review

Abstract

Premenstrual Syndrome is a set of physical, emotional and behavioural symptoms that start during the week preceding menstruation and are alleviated when the menstrual flow begins. Epidemiological surveys have estimated that the frequency of PMS symptoms is about 80-90% with impairment of functioning. Women with severe PMS should be managed by a multi disciplinary team, which might comprise a hospital or community gynaecologist, psychiatrist or psychologist, dietician and counselor. Where there is multidisciplinary provision of care, this is of benefit both from the diagnostic and therapeutic point of view, giving the ability to offer a broad range of interventions from lifestyle interventions and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to gynaecological interventions.

Prevalence of premenstrual syndrome and its association with psychosocial and lifestyle variables: a cross-sectional study from Palestine

“…Most women can manage their PMS symptoms through conservative treatments and changes in lifestyle such as dietary modifications, stress management, daily charting of symptoms, exercising, relaxation, education [ 3 ], and sleep hygiene [ 15 ]. It is recommended to reduce or eliminate the intake of salt, caffeine, chocolate, tobacco, and alcohol, consume small frequent meals rich in complex carbohydrates, and take vitamins and minerals moderately [ 3 ].…”

Association of Diet, Quality of Life and Premenstrual Syndrome; A Review

“…A study conducted in Qazvin University of Medical Sciences has documented that life style changes can help decrease the severity and occurrence of PMS. 8 Dietary modification is considered to be one of the best available options in alleviating the symptoms of PMS. 9 Modification in diet is documented to have an impact on the occurrence of symptoms of premenstrual syndrome.…”