PMT related depression: are there any solutions?

Hi @CheerBear, thanks for your reply. 🙂

I've tried a few different vitamins, however with little results. I have given some thought about going onto some oral contraceptives, and also done some research on the topic.

I would have to talk to my GP about it though, as I am currently on antidepressants. I'll probably talk to the Doc about possibly changing my antidepressant medication as well, as I feel like they're not working anymore.

Hello @EternalFlame

I suffered what used to be called pre memstrual syndrome.. Now of course the medical world has spent heaps of money giving it a new title...

same issue

I also was later told. That I had endometriosis... Only because an astute doctor sent me for further tests due to my intense pain and bloating?....further ultrasounds etc showed a mass which at the time was considered a tumour...hence urgent operation ..cut open to discover a mass of endometriosis... Relief as they assumed cancerous.. Pain wise just dismissed. Hormone s are happening naturally regardless of mental illness.

so always be aware of what is a normal function of your body as well as mental llness symptoms and relate this to your medical practitioners. Because trust me they still have so much to learn

no intention to upset

Hi @EternalFlame,

I definitely notice that I struggle even more than normal during the few days before my period starts. Many years ago I tried going on the contraceptive pill to stop my periods but I found that this messed with my hormones more and made things worse. Now I just mark on the calender when my period starts and mark on the next month when it is due. When I am super struggling, I find it helpful to check the calender to see if hormones might be contributing to my big feelings. I don't take any medication to deal with the issue, but just being able to tell myself "ok, this is at least partly due to hormones" super helps because it helps me to remember that the big feelings will pass and I will feel better once my period appears.

And no, I am not going to announce when my last period was so that everyone can mark on their calenders when to expect the next extra super sized wave of big feelings.