Moderate to severe symptoms affect approximately 20% of premenopausal women. A recent study, published in the American Journal of Epidemiology (2008) explored whether or not smoking cigarettes is involved in the etiology of premenstrual syndrome (Bertone-Johnson et al, 2008).Conclusions:
"Results suggest that smoking, especially in adolescence and young adulthood, may increase risk of moderate to severe PMS. These findings may provide an additional incentive for young women to avoid cigarette smoking."
Reference:
Bertone-Johnson ER, Hankinson SE, Johnson SR, Manson JE. Cigarette smoking and the development of premenstrual syndrome. Am J Epidemiol. 2008 Oct 15;168(8):938-45. Epub 2008 Aug 13.
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