Mentally disturbed from a week before the Period

A week before the period, along with physical discomfort, mental problems can also increase. If this is the case with you, you may have premenstrual dysphoric disorder. Here experts are telling about its causes, symptoms and treatment.

Pain in the lower abdomen, back pain, bloating, period cramps are common during periods. All these symptoms of Premenstrual Syndrome start appearing a few days before the period starts. But do you ever start struggling with the problem of mental health during this time? These can also include severe headaches, feeling depressed and anxious for a long time. If this is happening to you, it means that you are suffering from PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder). Celebrity gynecologist and social media influencer Dr. Riddhima Shetty explains in detail about Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) in her Instagram post.

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a more severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS). It can affect any woman of childbearing age. It is a serious and chronic medical condition that needs attention and treatment. Lifestyle changes and sometimes with the help of medication alone help in managing the symptoms.

What can be the reason (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Causes)

The exact cause of PMDD is not yet known. This may be due to abnormal hormone changes during periods. Serotonin deficiency can occur due to hormone changes. Serotonin is found naturally in the brain and intestines, which can affect mood by constricting blood vessels.

Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Symptoms

PMDD symptoms appear before the start of the period and end within a few days after the start of the period. Irritability, not feeling like doing any work, lack of concentration, depression, anxiety, acne, skin rashes, vomiting, bloating, constipation etc. are its symptoms. They also disrupt everyday tasks. During this time, women have difficulty in doing any work of home, office and relationship.

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If someone in the woman's family has had this problem, that is, history, then the chances of her getting this disorder increase. Physical and pelvic examination can be done for this. In very few cases, clinical trials are possible. Since mental health is affected, healthcare experts may ask the woman to evaluate for a mental health problem.

PMDD Treatment (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Treatment)

Riddhima says, 'This disorder is mainly caused by a bad lifestyle. That's why it can be asked to bring changes.

The intake of more salty and more sweet should be reduced.

Consumption of protein, carbohydrate, fat, caffeine and alcohol should be very less.

Regular exercise and yoga is very important.

Don't do things that can cause stress .

This problem can be reduced by taking vitamin supplements like vitamin B6, calcium and magnesium.

Birth control pills, anti-inflammatory drugs, and some serotonin-modifying drugs are also given .

For some women, the severity of PMDD symptoms increases over time. This can last till the menopause phase. For this reason its treatment can last for a long time. In case of more problems, do not forget to consult your gynecologist.

Do group exercise for mental health

Exercising in a group keeps mental health healthy. American Osteopathic Association also did a research regarding this. This research was done keeping in mind the three main things of quality of life, mental, physical and emotion. It was found in the result that 26 percent people got relief from stress. What should you do to keep mental health better? Let's know....

Don't go running alone in the morning

If you want the best mental health without spending money, then you can maintain it without going to the gym. To get rid of mental health, instead of going alone in the morning, go for walking with a friend or partner.

Don't go to the gym alone

If you want to go to the gym, then make a group for this also. If your friend is already going to a gym, then join him as well. You can also talk to your companions from time to time as per the instructions of the guide.

Have a good sleep

Mental health cannot be imagined without good sleep. That's why doctors or psychiatrists also say that every person should sleep at least 8 hours daily. Also, try to sleep after finishing your dinner early in the night.

Increase interest in sex

If you are young and married or in a live-in relationship, increase your interest in sex. With this also we can get rid of stress. Sex is an important part of our life, so do not take it lightly.

Try to reduce stress

In daily life, we keep getting tension due to one thing or the other. It is natural to have tension due to this, but we should try to avoid such things. Instead of getting stuck in a problem, solve it immediately.

Keep yourself happy

Happiness is the real earning of life. That's why we do most of the work to keep ourselves happy. Being happy should be our first goal. Keeping this in mind, we should do family-friend trip and party etc. to keep ourselves happy.

Take healthy diet

The risk of diseases increases in a weak body. Also, due to weakness, we cannot live daily life in a better way. That's why we should take care of food and drink. With a healthy diet, you also keep your mental health good.