PMDD Specialist in Kenmore NY

Premenstural Syndrome (PMS) is what we call it when that time of the month comes with mood swings, fatigue, and other inconvenient symptoms like food cravings or bloating.

Not everyone experiences PMS, but up to 80% (maybe even 90%) of women and people with periods have unpleasant symptoms associated with their period. It is most common for women in their 30s.

PMDD however, is much rarer. It’s a severe form of PMS that can be debilitating. Women with PMDD often skip work, school, or other social events and struggle with daily life when experiencing symptoms.

Like PMS, PMDD symptoms usually start the week before your period.

You might find yourself experiencing:

• Severe mood swings or depression
• Extreme irritability or anger
• Intense anxiety
• Significant fatigue
• Difficulty concentrating
• Severe bloating and breast tenderness
• Sleep disturbances

While PMS may have some of these symptoms, they tend to be milder. PMDD can make it feel impossible to live your life normally and feel like you’re sacrificing a week out of your life every month. If you’re struggling with debaliting symptoms, do yourself a favor and make an appointment. As a PMDD specialist in Kenmore, I’m here to help you.

Since most women suffer with PMS, diagnosing PMDD requires time to evaluate. We’ll usually need to track your symptoms over several cycles and keep a diary of them.

To be officially diagnosed, you have to exhibit at least 5 of the symptoms, including at least one mood related symptom. We may perform blood work or mental health screenings to rule out other possibilities.

PMDD can sometimes be associated with other mental health conditions, such as major depressive disorder or anxiety disorders.

Regardless, as your PMDD specialist in Kenmore, I am going to work with you to find a solution that works. We’ll get to the bottom of your symptoms and take back control of your life.

You’ll want to make an appointment with a doctor if your symptoms are severe, interfere with your daily life, or do not improve with over-the-counter treatments or lifestyle changes.

I know how often women are dismissed when talking about issues with their period. That is why I’m a passionate PMDD specialist in Kenmore.

Depending on your symptoms and their severity, we will work together to design a treatment plan that helps you feel empowered and in control.

My treatment recommendations may include:

• Lifestyle modifications (exercise, dietary changes)
• Antidepressants (SSRIs or SNRIs)
• Hormonal treatments (e.g., birth control pills)
• Supplements (calcium, magnesium)
• Cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)