Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: Causes, Symptoms, Daignosis, Prevention and Treatment

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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder
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Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

• Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a much
  more serious form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).
  It can affect women of childbearing age. Its a
  severe and chronic medical condition that needs
  attention and treatment.

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What causes Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder

• The exact cause of premenstrual dysphoric
  disorder (PMDD) is still an unknown. It can be an
  abnormal reaction to normal hormone changes which
  happens with each menstrual cycle. The hormonal
  changes can cause a serotonin deficiency.There
  is a substance which is naturally found in the
  brain or intestines that narrows blood vessels
  and can affect mood and cause physical symptoms,
  known as serotonin.

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What are the risks factors associated with
premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)?

• While any woman can have premenstrual dysphoric
  disorder (PMDD), the following may be at an
  increased risk
• Women who are having a family history of PMS or
  PMDD 
• Women who are having a personal or family history
  of depression, postpartum depression, or other
  mood disorders
• Other possible risk factors include lower
  education and cigarette smoking

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How is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
diagnosed?

• Apart from a complete medical history and
  physical and pelvic exam, there are very few
  diagnostic tests. Because there are mental health
  symptoms, your doctor may want you to be checked
  for mental health concerns.In addition, your
  doctor may ask that you keep a journal or diary
  of your symptoms for several months. In general,
  to diagnose premenstrual dysphoric disorder
  (PMDD) the following symptoms must be present
• Depressed mood
• Anger or irritability
• Trouble concentrating
• Lack of interest in activities once enjoyed

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How is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
diagnosed?

• Moodiness
• Increased appetite
• Need for more sleep
• Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
• Different physical symptoms, like belly bloating,
  breast tenderness, and headache
• Symptoms that disturb your ability to function in
  social, work, or other situations
• Symptoms that are not related to, or exaggerated
  by, another medical condition

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How is premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
treated?

• Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a
  serious, chronic condition that does need
  treatment. Several of the following treatment
  approaches may help relieve or decrease the
  severity of premenstrual dysphoric disorder
  (PMDD) symptoms
• Changes in diet to increase protein and
  carbohydrates and decrease sugar, salt, caffeine,
  and alcohol
• Regular exercise
• Stress management
• Vitamin supplements (such as vitamin B6, calcium,
  and magnesium)
• Anti-inflammatory medicines
• Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI)
• Birth control pills
• For some of the women, the severity of symptoms
  increases over time and lasts until menopause. It
  can be a reason for which a woman may need
  treatment for an extended time. The dosage of
  medicine can change throughout the course of
  treatment.

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