Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder: Symptoms & Signs

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is considered to be a very severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) in women that produces symptoms severe enough to interfere with daily functioning.

Signs and symptoms of PMDD include

• breast pain,
• pelvic pain,
• mood swings,
• sadness,
• anger,
• anxiety,
• hopelessness,
• panic attack,
• excess sleepiness or insomnia,
• irritability or crying,
• appetite changes,
• bloating, or
• depression.

Symptoms vary and can also include

• diminished interest in usual activities,
• economic or social dysfunction due to symptoms,
• fatigue,
• feeling overwhelmed,
• food cravings,
• headache,
• a lack of concentration, and
• self-critical thoughts.

Cause of premenstrual dysphoric disorder

Doctors do not understand the exact cause of PMDD or PMS, and both genetic and environmental factors may have a role in its development.

Other premenstrual dysphoric disorder symptoms and signs

• Anger
• Anxiety
• Appetite Changes
• Bloating
• Breast Pain
• Depression
• Diminished Interest in Usual Activities
• Economic or Social Dysfunction Due to Symptoms
• Excess Sleepiness or Insomnia
• Fatigue
• Feeling Overwhelmed
• Food Cravings
• Headache
• Hopelessness
• Irritability or Crying
• Lack of Concentration
• Mood Swings
• Panic Attack
• Pelvic Pain
• Sadness
• Self-Critical Thoughts

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