Prevalence of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder - A Cross Sectional Study

Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), is a mood disorder characterized by severe emotional and physical symptoms and has a significant effect on various aspects of a women?s life. Despite this, impact and burden of PMDD are still mostly unrecognized.250 females aged 18 - 45 years were included in the study and were administered Daily Record of Severity of Problems, for two consecutive menstrual cycles. Study reports a prevalence rate of 16%. PMDD has been shown to severely impact various aspects of life, added to which are daily stressors aggravating the pre - existing condition. And yet, these symptoms are repeatedly dismissed.