Premenstrual Syndrome and Management

Premenstrual syndrome has been affecting negatively of life quality of millions of women. premenstrual syndrome, a common cyclic disorder, is characterized by physical, behavioural and psychological symptoms that consistently occur during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and resolve by the end of menstruation. the exact aetiology of premenstrual syndrome is not known. the coping the disorders, women with mild symptoms should be instructed about lifestyle changes, including healthy diet, sodium and caffeine restriction, exercise, and stress reduction. in women with moderate symptoms, treatment includes both medication and lifestyle modifications. dietary supplements, such as calcium, magnesium, e, d and b6 may offer modest benefit. in women with severe symptoms, pharmacologic agents may be helpful coping the disorders. nurses can improve the recognition and coping of these common conditions by providing patient education on premenstrual symptoms and counseling women on lifestyle interventions to relieve their discomfort. this article provides a overview currently the aetiology, symptoms, diagnosis and coping of premenstrual syndrome.