Main Page | Risk Factors | Symptoms | Diagnosis | Treatment | Screening | Reducing Your Risk | Talking to Your Doctor | Living With PMS | Resource Guide
You have a unique medical history. Therefore, it is essential to talk with your doctor about your personal risk factors and/or experience with premenstrual syndrome. By talking openly and regularly with your doctor, you can take an active role in your care.
General Tips for Gathering Information
Here are some tips that will make it easier for you to talk to your doctor:
Specific Questions to Ask Your Doctor
About Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
About Treatment Options
If you decide to try counseling, interview counselors who treat people with PMS. Be sure that you feel comfortable with the counselor. Ask the following questions:
About Lifestyle Changes
About Outlook
References:
American Academy of Family Physicians website. Available at: http://www.aafp.org/ . Accessed March 1, 2006.
Last reviewed February 2009 by Ganson Purcell Jr., MD, FACOG, FACPE
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Copyright © 2007 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.