PMDD is a severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) with significant mood symptoms that interfere with daily life in the week or two before menstruation. Our team provides compassionate care to help manage these cyclical and distressing symptoms.
Common Symptoms or Things to Look Out For:
- Mood swings, irritability, or anger occurring before menstruation
- Marked anxiety, tension, or feelings of being “on edge”
- Depressed mood, hopelessness, or self-deprecating thoughts
- Decreased interest in usual activities
- Difficulty concentrating
- Fatigue or lack of energy
- Changes in appetite or food cravings
- Sleep disturbances
- Feeling overwhelmed or out of control
- Physical symptoms (bloating, breast tenderness, etc.)
- Symptoms improve within a few days after menses begins