Síndrome premenstrual y síndrome disfórico premenstrual: manejo con medidas no farmacológicas

Abstract

Abstract: Study objective: to identify which are the most effective non-pharmacological measures for the management of premenstrual syndrome and premenstrual dysphoric syndrome.Method: a search for articles was carried out on different electronic platforms such as: NCBI-Pubmed, Scielo, and Science Direct in order to guarantee the quality of the information.The search reviewed controlled clinical trials and descriptive studies, published in the period 2015-2020, in the English language, on the management of Premenstrual and Premenstrual Dysphoric Syndromes. For the research, a choice of search terms was made.Results:The studies found include: change in eating habits; vitamin D supplement; implementation of exercise routines such as yoga,swimming, and aerobics; acupuncture; aromatherapy with essential oils and; the use of medicinal herbs (Valerian, Salvia officinalis, Curcumin, Crocus sativus, Melissa officinalis, Nardostachys jatamansi and cinnamon).Conclusions: physical exercise routines, a healthy and balanced diet, the use of medicinal plants are beneficial factors to reduce the intensity of Premenstrual and Premenstrual Dysphoric Syndromes.