Study, 1991
Do PMS symptoms change during perimenopause?
During perimenopause (the transition to menopause), the significance of PMS symptoms may change, and women need careful monitoring during this time.
What they did
A discussion of how symptoms during the perimenopausal period may differ from other times in life.
What they found
During perimenopause, the significance of signs and symptoms associated with menstruation may change. PMS and abnormal uterine bleeding require close monitoring. Urinary incontinence may worsen due to hormonal changes.
What it means for you
Women going through perimenopause should be aware that their PMS may change and should discuss any changes with their healthcare provider. The main limitation is the lack of specific data about how often these changes occur.
About the study
- Original title
- Management of perimenopausal symptoms
- Authors
- Freeman SB
- Journal
- NAACOG's clinical issues in perinatal and women's health nursing
- Year
- 1991
- Study design
- Study
- What was tested
- None
- Open access
- Yes
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1136/bmj.p1977
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