Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)

Links to information about premenstrual syndrome or PMS, including causes and treatment options.

Reviewed October 2009

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Title:   Pre-menstrual syndrome - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Find out about pre-menstrual tension, and when you should see a doctor.
Date:   Apr 2009
Title:   Premenstrual syndrome
Publisher:   The Jean Hailes Foundation for Women's Health
Description:   PMS occurs when a woman experiences recurrent symptoms in the seven to ten days before the period begins. Symptoms cease before or during the period, followed by a symptom-free week. Some women, however, experience symptoms from ovulation which may last until the next period commences.
Date:   Jul 2008
Title:   Premenstrual syndrome - treatment options
Publisher:   Better Health Channel
Description:   Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) can be successfully managed with lifestyle changes, dietary modifications, complementary therapies and pharmaceutical drugs. Lifestyle changes to manage PMS include regular exercise, not smoking, cutting back on alcohol and caffeine and getting more sleep. Nutritional supplements may help some PMS symptoms, but check with your doctor first.
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Chinese herbal medicine for premenstrual syndrome
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Herbal medicines are sometimes used for treating premenstrual syndrome (PMS). However, the effectiveness of this type of therapy has not be rigorously evaluated in randomised controlled trials....
Date:   May 2008
Title:   Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors for premenstrual syndrome
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common cause of physical, behavioural, and also social dysfunction in women. Often the associated symptoms are evident as irritability, which is relieved by the onset of, or during, menstruation. PMS can severely disrupt...
Date:   Apr 2008
Title:   Progesterone for premenstrual syndrome
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   There is little good evidence for treating premenstrual syndrome with progesterone. Five per cent or more of women experience symptoms, severe enough to damage work and relationships, only in the days leading to their menstrual periods. Blood progestero...
Date:   Mar 2008
Title:   Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
Publisher:   Virtual Medical Centre.com
Description:   Information on the symptoms, treatment and diagnosis of premenstrual dysphoric disorder by professional health specialists.
Date:   Feb 2008
Title:   Oral contraceptives containing drospirenone for premenstrual syndrome
Publisher:   John Wiley and Sons, Ltd. for The Cochrane Collaboration
Description:   Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a common problem. A severe form of PMS is called premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Birth control pills with the hormones progestin and estrogen have been studied for treating such symptoms. A birth control pill with ...
Date:   Sep 2007
Title:   Other uses for antidepressants
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Antidepressants may be used to treat depression. They are also sometimes useful in other illnesses.
Date:   Aug 2005
Title:   Antidepressants: not just for depression
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   Antidepressants can be effective treatment for a range of disorders other than depression. However, there is an important, and sometimes superior, role for psychosocial interventions.
Date:   Aug 2005
Title:   PMS and ovarian cycle syndrome - myDr.com.au
Publisher:   myDr
Description:   Almost all mature females will at some time experience unpleasant physical and mental changes at different stages of their menstrual cycle.
Date:   Oct 2004
Title:   Agnus castus fruit
Publisher:   Australian Prescriber
Description:   The fruits of the chaste tree (Vitex agnus castus) have historically been used as a remedy for gynaecological problems. While the active ingredient is uncertain, the fruits contain flavonoids and iridoids.
Date:   Oct 2001
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