It is estimated that Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) affects 3-5% of women. PMDD is categorised as a depressive hormone related mood disorder within the diagnostic and statistical manual of Mental Disorders and is defined by the onset of functionally impairing or distressing affective, behavioural, and physical symptoms in the luteal phase (after ovulation) of the menstrual cycle.
Symptoms can be debilitating ranging from irritability, depressed mood, anxiety, headaches, suicidal ideation, poor concentration, feeling overwhelmed, fatigue, changes in sleep, anhedonia, bloating, and changes in appetite.
My PMDD clients often say that they feel like a shell of themselves between ovulation and their period.
There are similar levels of women suffering with generalised anxiety and panic disorders yet the PMDD remains poorly understood and understudied relative to its fellow mood disorders 😩
💗Recent research show that therapeutic doses of L-theanine, GABA, broccoli sprouts, B6 and Magnesium used at specific times during the cycle are effective at supporting PMDD symptoms 💗
Let's address your hormones today.
Book in for an appointment where we will thoroughly explore your whole health, hormone / reproductive health, gut health, nervous system, immune system, lifestyle, diet, medical history and genetics to identify the cause of your symptoms and areas of imbalance.
We’ll identify how your PMDD is impacting you and formulate a detailed plan that includes diet, lifestyle and specific supplements that are affective at supporting PMDD.
Before we meet I'll also ask you to record your menstrual cycle and symptoms expereinced. Plus request any recent blood, saliva, urine or other pathology tests. This allows me to approach the initial consultation with full knowledge of your particular circumstances.
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