Symptoms
Take the PMS Quiz
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.
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Author: Benda, Andrea
Author: Sinovic, Dianna
Online Medical Reviewer: Burd, Irina, MD, PhD
Online Medical Reviewer: Trevino, Heather, BSN, RNC-MNN
Online Medical Reviewer: Wojcik, Stacey, MBA, BSN
Date Last Reviewed: 05/01/2023
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