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Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to a range of monthly symptoms that starts 1 to 2 weeks before your menstrual period. It's common to have at least some PMS symptoms. Learn more about PMS by taking this quiz.

1. Which group of people is more likely to have PMS?

A. Those in industrialized countriesB. Those in developing countriesC. Those in the Western hemisphereD. People of all cultures and socioeconomic backgrounds

2. What portion of menstruating people reports at least 1 symptom of PMS?

A. 25%B. 50%C. 75%D. 85%

3. A more severe form of PMS is also known as:

A. Premenstrual dysphoric disorderB. Menstrual-related mood disorderC. Luteal disorderD. Baby blues

4. How many different symptoms have been tied to PMS?

A. 15B. 25C. 100D. 150

5. Symptoms of PMS can be confused with:

A. Painful menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)B. Fibrocystic breast changesC. DepressionD. All of the above

6. Which of these hormones is thought to play a role in PMS?

A. SerotoninB. ProgesteroneC. EstrogenD. All of the above

7. What has to occur for the symptoms to be diagnosed as PMS?

A. You must have at least 5 symptoms linked to PMSB. The symptoms must occur only during the second phase of your menstrual cycleC. The symptoms must occur every day or nearly every dayD. You must have noted the symptoms for at least a year

8. What lifestyle change will ease PMS symptoms?

A. Regular exerciseB. Diet of complex carbohydrates, including fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grainsC. Dietary supplementsD. All of the above

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