Premenstrual syndrome

Also known as: PMS

Cyclic physical and emotional symptoms before menses.

Medical specialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Subspecialty: Obstetrics and Gynecology / Reproductive medicine
Sex & age distribution: Male: not affected; Female: affected; Children: yes, adolescents
Gene(s) involved: ESR1

Etiology & mechanism

Hormone-neurotransmitter sensitivity.

Gene(s) involved (1)

ESR1

Symptoms & signs (6)

bloatingbreast tendernessfatigueheadacheirritabilitymood swings

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