Survey study, 1986
Why do doctors study premenstrual symptoms?
Because many existing health and behavior problems become worse during the premenstrual period, and work efficiency drops.
Early or limited evidence General background discussion
What they did
Medical specialists observe and discuss changes during the premenstrual period and their effects on health, work, and behavior.
What they found
During the premenstrual period, existing health problems get worse, work efficiency decreases, and behavior changes become more pronounced. These observations explain why psychiatrists and other specialists pay close attention to premenstrual symptoms.
What it means for you
Premenstrual symptoms affect multiple aspects of health and life, which is why medical professionals across different specialties focus attention on this period.
About the study
- Original title
- On some of the mechanisms of premenstrual syndrome
- Authors
- Д. М. Менделевич, Владимир D. Mendelevich
- Journal
- Kazan medical journal
- Year
- 1986
- Study design
- Survey study
- Open access
- Yes
- Read the paper
- doi.org/10.17816/kazmj62985