PMS' evil twin

PMS' Evil Twin Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Between 2 and 10% of women of reproductive age experience the severe symptoms and menstrual dysfunction caused by PMDD. What is PMDD? Anxiety, tension, feelings of being on edge, suicidal thoughts Sad or tearful, Lack of interest in daily activities, depressed, sudden sensitivity to negative thoughts about yourself criticism or rejection Difficulty concentrating Lethargy, feeling no Lack or increase in energy appetite & cravings Sleeping more or less Feeling out of control Sudden bouts of anger What Causes PMDD? Following factors may play a role Genes 70% of women whose mothers 37% of women whose mothers have PMS have PMS didn't have PMS have PMS themselves themselves 93% of women who have an 44% of women who have a identical twin with PMS will non-identical twin with PMS also have PMS have PMS themselves Health Between 30% and 76% of women who have PMDD also have history of depression. A family history of depression has also been reported in diagnosis of moderate to severe PMS. It's possible that serotonin deficiency may also cause PMDD. Environmenal & social factors Not exercising regularly Abusing alcohol or substances Being overweight PMDD Treatment Medications may be helpful in the treatment of PMDD. Antidepressants SRI Antidepressants may be taken for either the luteal phase or for the whole cycle They may be particular benefit if you're suffering with distressing emotional symptoms. Birth Control Pills A combined oral contraceptive pill, taken continuously, may help reduce PMS symptoms and ease mood swings. A pill containing Drospirenone may be specifically useful for PMDD. Diuretic A specific diuretic called Spironolactone (taken in the luteal phase) may help PMDD. Not only does it help reduce physical symptoms, including bloating, but it may ease the psychological symptoms. Ibuprofen Ibuprofen may help relive breast tenderness, headache, and cramping associated with PMDD. To protect your stomach, take it with food. How Can You Help Yourself? Supplements support medication your doctor prescribes. | Daily Dosage Benefits 100mg 600mcg 1200mg 500mcg 600mg Supplements Vitamin B6 Improves mood. Improves breast tenderness. Improves bloating and cramps. Elevates mood. Vitamin E Calcium Magnesium Tryptophan Promotes calm and sleep. Improvements to your lifestyle could improve your PMDD. Get regular Eat a healthy diet, limit caffeine and salt Stop Take daily Restrict alcohol hours for sleep smoking aerobic exercise consumption to 14 units a week Certain herbal remedies could help. • 500-1000mg • 3x a day during lutheal phase • Reduces breast tenderness and • 30 - 40 mg • 1x a day during lutheal phase • Reduces breast tenderness may benefit other PMS symptoms Evening Primrose Oil Chaste Tree Berry Visit therapist. Psychological stressors can't be understated, either as a potential cause, or as a result of PMDD. Women who have negative self-views, or who criticise themselves for their condition, may benefit from a course of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. This treatment can improve self-image, and improve social relationships. If you're having suicidal thoughts, call 911 (US) or 111 (UK). Go to your nearest Emergency Room or call a crisis hotline. SHARE THE KNOWLEDGE. SHARE THE INFOGRAPH. SteadyHealth.com ASK, SHARE, CONTRIBUTE. ONLINE HEALTH-RELATED COMMUNITY.