Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor or healthcare professional the following questions regarding premenstrual syndrome (PMS):

1. What is causing my PMS?
   
   
2. Can my symptoms be related to an underlying condition instead of PMS?
   
   
3. What factors may worsen my PMS?
   
   
4. What signs and symptoms may indicate the more severe premenstrual dysphoric disorder?
   
   
5. How is PMS diagnosed?
   
   
6. How can I relieve PMS-related symptoms?
   
   
7. Do I need to take prescription medications for my PMS? Are there any side effects with this type of treatment?
   
   
8. How long before I see improvement in my symptoms?
   
   
9. Do I need to make any lifestyle changes to improve my symptoms?
   
   
10. How can I prevent PMS from recurring?