The doctor will ask about the woman's symptoms and health history. A physical exam will be done. This may be enough to make the diagnosis. The woman may be asked to keep track of her symptoms over 2 menstrual cycles. This may confirm the diagnosis.
In women who do not menstruate, blood tests may be done to check hormone levels against symptoms.
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Last reviewed September 2019 by EBSCO Medical Review Board
Elliot M. Levine, MD, FACOG
Last Updated: 1/21/2021