What is PMDD as Vicky Pattison breaks down in tears over diagnosis
22.08.2023 - 18:29
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Vicky Pattison has revealed she's been diagnosed with premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) after years of struggling with her periods. The Geordie Shore star, 35, took to Instagram on Tuesday to share with her 5.4M followers that she has finally been diagnosed with PMDD after seeing doctors for years and speaking "at length" about her concerns.
She expressed that after feeling "exhausted and overwhelmed" she decided "enough was enough" and went to seek professional help privately where a doctor confirmed it was PMDD.
The symptoms of PMDD that Vicky said she struggles with the most are "Insomnia, extreme fatigue/exhaustion, depression, lack of interest in things that usually bring me joy, poor impulse control, sensitivity, mood swings, extreme hopelessness and dark thoughts". What is PMDD? Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) is a very severe form of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), explains Mind.
It causes a number of emotional and physical symptoms every month the week or two before your period and sometimes is referred to as "severe PMS". PMDD occurs in the second part of your menstrual cycle, also known as the luteal phase which is the time between ovulating and when your period starts.
The luteal phase typically lasts around two weeks but can sometimes be longer or shorter, during this time you may experience PMDD symptoms every day or for a few days within this part of your cycle. While many of us experience symptoms of PMS, symptoms of PMDD are more severe and can have a serious impact on your life, "making it difficult to work, socialise and have healthy relationships".
In some cases, it can lead to depression or suicidal thoughts. Symptoms of PMDD Some of the emotional symptoms of PMDD as outlined by Mind include:
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