JOURNAL OF CLINICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES

Abstract

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is a stress induced psycho-physiological disorder. PMS refers to the cyclic recurrence, of a combination of distressing physical, psychological or behavioral changes, during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle that interferes with family, social or work related activities. PMS is most common in women between age group of 25 to 45 years, having a history of depression and positive family history of PMS. It is estimated that 80% of women experience some type of premenstrual changes during their reproductive period. [1]