Premenstrual Syndrome Flashcards
1
Q
what is premenstrual syndrome?
A
emotional and physical symptoms that women may experience in the luteal phase of the normal menstrual cycle
2
Q
what are the emotional symptoms of PMS?
A
- anxiety
- stress
- fatigue
- mood swings
3
Q
what are the physical symptoms of PMS?
A
- bloating
- breast pain
4
Q
how are mild PMS symptoms managed?
A
- advice on sleep, exercise, smoking and alcohol
- regular, frequent (2-3 hourly) small, balanced meals rich in complex carbohydrates
5
Q
how are moderate PMS symptoms managed?
A
combined oral contraceptive pill (COCP)
6
Q
how are severe PMS symptoms managed?
A
SSRI (e.g. sertraline)
taken continuously or just during the luteal phase
7
Q
when is the luteal phase?
A
day 15-28 of the menstrual cycle
