Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) occurs just prior to menstruation and is characterized by significant:
PMDD is much more severe and less common than
The exact cause is not known.
Factors that may increase the risk of
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) occurs just prior to menstruation and is characterized by significant:
PMDD is much more severe and less common than
The exact cause is not known.
Factors that may increase the risk of PMDD include:
Microscopic View of Hormone Receptor
Menstruation causes many hormonal changes, which may play a role in PMDD.
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Symptoms typically begin 10-14 days prior to the start of menstruation.
Your doctor will diagnose PMDD based on your symptoms. You may be asked to keep a record of when your symptoms occur and how severe they are.
Your doctor may also order:
Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Treatment options include:
These steps can help manage symptoms of PMDD:
Your doctor may recommend:
To reduce your chance of PMDD, take these steps:
American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologistshttp://www.acog.org/
The Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canadahttp://www.sogc.org/index_e.asp
PMS and PMDD. Mass General Hospital Center for Women's Health website. Available at:
. Accessed August 14, 2012.
Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD). Family Doctor.org website.
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Premenstrual syndrome. EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at:
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