Survey study, 2007
What causes premenstrual syndrome and how should it be treated?
The abstract reviews existing research rather than new findings, noting that up to 90% of women report PMS symptoms but the condition still lacks clear definitions and proven treatments.
What they did
Literature review. The authors reviewed recent experimental research on PMS causes and proposed a new diagnostic framework called the Premenstrual Profile to categorize three forms of premenstrual disorders. They reviewed evidence-based treatment recommendations from reliable sources.
What they found
Up to 90% of women of childbearing age report one or more symptoms before menstruation that affect their behavior and wellbeing. PMS lacks defined diagnostic criteria and evidence-based treatment recommendations are developing slowly.
What it means for you
PMS is extremely common and affects work, family, and social life, but doctors and researchers do not yet fully understand what causes it or have good treatment options. This is a review, not a new study or clinical trial.
90%
of women report premenstrual symptoms
3
forms of premenstrual alteration proposed
About the study
- Original title
- The premenstrual syndrome revisited
- Authors
- Campagne DM, Campagne G
- Journal
- European journal of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive biology
- Year
- 2007
- Study design
- Survey study
- What was tested
- None - literature review
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.1016/j.ejogrb.2006.06.020
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