PMS Flashcards
1
Q
What is PMS
A
PMS encompasses:
1. depression
2. anxiety
3. irritability
4. loss of confidence
5. mood swings
6. bloatednes
7. mastalgia
in the luteal phase of the cycle.
2
Q
How will you differentiate PMS from physiological menstrual symptoms ?
A
Based on the timing that is in the luteal phase of menstrual cycle and severe enough to affect daily functioning or interfere with work, school performance or interpersonal relationships
3
Q
Classification of PMS
A
Mild PMS
Core PMD / PMDD
Variants :
PMD with absent menstruation
Non ovulatory PMD
Premenstrual exacerbation of underlying disorder
Progestogen induced PMD
4
Q
SBA
percentage of women that have improved symptoms of PMS after taking GnRH
A
60-75%
