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Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) : Causes

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  • No known cause

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Premenstrual syndrome
An exact cause of PMS has not been identified. However, it may be related to social, cultural, biological, and psychological factors.PMS is estimated to affect up to 75% of women during their childbearing years.Between their late 20s and early 40s...
Source:ADAM
Date:May 26, 2008
Premenstrual Syndrome
The best way to diagnose PMS is to review a detailed diary of a woman's symptoms for several months. PMS is diagnosed by the presence of physical, psychological, and behavioral symptoms that are cyclic and occur in association with the premenstru...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Premenstrual Syndrome
Because PMS is restricted to the second half of a woman's menstrual cycle, after ovulation, it is thought that hormones play a role. During a woman's monthly menstrual cycle, which lasts 24 to 35 days, hormone levels change.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
Premenstrual Syndrome
Because PMS is restricted to the second half of a woman's menstrual cycle, after ovulation, it is thought that hormones play a role. During a woman's monthly menstrual cycle, which lasts 24–35 days, hormone levels change.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
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