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premenstrual syndrome

noun

Updated on: 30 Apr 2018

Definition of premenstrual syndrome

: a varying group of symptoms manifested by some women prior to menstruation that may include emotional instability, irritability, insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, depression, headache, edema, and abdominal pain — called also PMS

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Recent Examples of premenstrual syndrome from the Web

In a separate study, researchers say that about one in 10 cases of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) may be linked to drinking.

— susan scutti, CNN, "Drinkers have more bad mouth bacteria, study finds," 23 Apr. 2018
In 2017, a review in the journal Magnesium Research stated that magnesium deficiency may play a role in a number of gynecological conditions, including premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and dysmenorrhea.

— amanda macmillan, Health.com, "8 Ways to Get Rid of Period Cramps That Actually Work," 2 Mar. 2018

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First Known Use of premenstrual syndrome

1944

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PREMENSTRUAL SYNDROME Defined for English Language Learners

premenstrual syndrome

noun

Definition of premenstrual syndrome for English Language Learners

: a condition experienced by some women before menstruation that may include tiredness, irritability, anxiety, depression, headache, and stomach pain

Medical Dictionary

premenstrual syndrome

noun

medical Definition of premenstrual syndrome

: a varying constellation of symptoms manifested by some women prior to menstruation that may include emotional instability, irritability, insomnia, fatigue, anxiety, depression, headache, edema, and abdominal pain — called also PMS

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