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How is premenstrual dystrophic disorder diagnosed?

Diagnosis of premenstrual dystrophic disorder is based on a family history and on symptoms, of which several are required to occur at the same time. Keeping a symptom diary can help your doctor with their diagnosis. An examination may be performed to check for underlying medical conditions or mental health conditions that may be causing your symptoms.

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What is premenstrual dystrophic disorder?

Premenstrual dystrophic disorder is when a woman has symptoms of severe depression, tension and irritability before menstruation, that are more severe than symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS).

What are the symptoms of premenstrual dystrophic disorder?

Symptoms of premenstrual dystrophic disorder are more severe than premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and include anxiety, depression, headache and fatigue, difficulty sleeping and concentrating, and feeling hopeless, lonely or even …

What causes premenstrual dystrophic disorder?

The exact causes of premenstrual dystrophic disorder are not known, although several factors have been associated with the disorder, such as consuming too much alcohol or caffeine, anxiety, depression, being overweight and not getting enough …

Who gets premenstrual dystrophic disorder?

Some women can get premenstrual dystrophic disorder before menstruation. The exact causes are not known.

How is premenstrual dystrophic disorder treated?

Lifestyle changes are an important part of treatment for premenstrual dystrophic disorder. Getting enough sleep and exercise, reducing stress levels and eating a healthy diet are all good steps to take. You may also be prescribed some …

Can premenstrual dystrophic disorder be prevented?

Maintaining a healthy diet and weight, getting plenty of sleep and limiting your stress levels can help reduce your risk of premenstrual dystrophic disorder.

What is the outlook for premenstrual dystrophic disorder?

With treatment, most women respond positively and their symptoms reduce.

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Author: Kellie Heywood
First answered: 23 Nov 2014
Last reviewed: 19 May 2018
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Category: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)

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