Did you know that PMDD is not the only premenstrual disorder? There is another premenstrual disorder referred to as Premenstrual Exacerbation.
In today's episode I explain the differences between PMDD and PME. I also explain what PME is and why some women think they have PMDD when they likely have PME. Enjoy!
Take Aways
-Overview of the menstrual cycle
-"The rise and fall of hormones, especially estrogen and progesterone, contribute to symptoms in premenstrual disorders, PMD, such as premenstrual dysphoric disorder and premenstrual exacerbation of existing symptoms." -PMDD Treatment Options Ebook
-PMDD is recognized as a disorder by the medical community.
-PME is not recognized as a disorder by the medical community, but is being studied.
-With PMDD, you do not have symptoms during the follicular phase of your menstrual cycle.
-With PME, symptoms of your existing condition will remain at their usual level during the follicular phase of your menstrual cycle.
-During the luteal phase with PMDD your symptoms will be present.
-During the luteal phase with PME the symptoms of your existing condition worsen.
-PMDs are "cyclical neuroendocrine disorders."
-Some conditions that can be exacerbated premenstrually are eating disorders, major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, suicidality, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, alcohol use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and bipolar disorder.
Resources Used and Mentioned
IAPMD Symptom Tracker
PMDD Treatment Options Ebook (by IAPMD)
IAPMD PMD Self Screen and Bitesize Overview of PMDD and PME
Download your "5 Ways to Feeling Better with PMDD" here.
Happy PMD Awareness Month! More here.
Visit Heidi Bradford Coaching to find out how to work with Heidi.
5 Keys to Living Well with PMDD
- Educate yourself
- Get support
- Try things
- Track your symptoms (and period)
- Accept grace
Heidi's 5 Part Method for Getting Rid of PMDD
- Mindset
- Supplements
- Tracking
- Defaults
- Personal development
Resources
- PMS and Period Support Supplements: www.semainehealth.com/HEIDIBRADFORD98
Music
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