Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

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    Last Updated: July 6, 2023

    PMDD is a condition in which a woman experiences severe depression symptoms, irritability, and tension before menstruation. Physical symptoms such as breast tenderness and bloating are also common. The symptoms of PMDD are more serious than those of PMS.

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    Examine Database: Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD)

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    Examine Database References

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    2. PMS Symptoms - Atmaca M, Kumru S, Tezcan EFluoxetine versus Vitex agnus castus extract in the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorderHum Psychopharmacol.(2003 Apr)
    3. PMS Symptoms - Nemets B, Talesnick B, Belmaker RH, Levine JMyo-inositol has no beneficial effect on premenstrual dysphoric disorderWorld J Biol Psychiatry.(2002 Jul)
    4. PMS Symptoms - Gianfranco C, Vittorio U, Silvia B, Francesco DMyo-inositol in the treatment of premenstrual dysphoric disorderHum Psychopharmacol.(2011 Oct)
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