i suffer with premenstrual dyshoric disorder what can i take to help?
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That's just a new fancy name for PMS. Take pamprin and eat chocolate.
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I think the most important thing you can do for yourself is accept that there are no magic pills. If you put too much faith in medicine, chances are you will be disappointed because pills do not always address the underlying causes of depression.\n\nThings that you could try instead:\n\n1. Examine your diet. Is it healthy and balanced? If it isn't, think about taking supplements for a while. I know everyone booed Tom Cruise when he suggested vitamins as a cure for Post-partum depression but, actually, he made an important point badly. Poor nutrition is a factor in a vast number of mental illnesses. If you want to get serious about nutrition, buy a book called 'The Optimum Nutrition Bible' and follow the supplementation regime for depression. It will work - promise!\n\n2. Another thing to try (in conjunction with 1) is to take more exercise. It's the last thing you feel like doing, I will bet. But exercise gets those serotonin and endorphin levels elevated and you come out on a high. Even if you are unfit, you come out feeling like you have achieved something when you finish a class. Think about taking up aerobics or using a cross-trainer regularly\n\n3. Try to talk about your feelings. Depression is often caused by repressed anger. Women, in particular, tend to suffer from depression because we tend to internalise stress. The best way to not get depressed is to get used to expressing and asserting yourself. If you type 'depression and anger' into Google, you will be surprised by the amount of material on the web about this.\n\n4. Try to get enough sleep. If you prop your body up with lots of cigarettes, coffee, alcohol or soda (or even recreational drugs) try to cut right down. Try to cut out alcohol as it is a depressant. You know by now that trying to bury your feelings in unhealthy habits isn't working. In fact, it may be making you feel worse. It's time to give up all those bad habits for good.\n\n5. Do what you can to shift your mindset. If you sit there all day saying 'I am depressed', you will feel depressed. I guarantee it. Instead, wake up in the morning and say 'it's a gorgeous day today. I think I'll go for a walk'. Then do it. Or look at your feet and promise to paint your toenails a pretty colour. Listen to some music (no mopey love songs or funeral dirges - listen to upbeat tracks that make you want to dance or sing along). \n\nI too have suffered from depression, for many years. It has only lifted in the last 6 years. I did the pill thing, the alcohol thing, the hospital thing and therapy. But what really helped me was a determined effort to change my mindset - from cup half empty to cup half full. I try to be positive but I keep things real. I think about how I feel about things a lot. And if I am angry, I express it. Why shouldn't I?\n\nIt will not be easy but make a commitment to yourself to take some of these steps. Only then will you position yourself to be free of this burden forever.\n\nTake care and good luck.
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Try taking Evening Primrose oil.  It oils the machinery so to speak and may just help you regulate.  It will also help prevent all the usual symptoms .. headaches, bloating, menstrual cramps, etc.  Exercise helps too and yoga is ideal.\n\nhttp://www.angelic1healing.com
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Besides medication, what else are you doing for treatment?  You should talk to someone about your feelings.  Not necessarily a professional, but at least someone you trust.  If that isn't helping, then maybe consider professional therapy.  This is VERY common, and often goes untreated.  You've recognized a problem, now just keep working at it.  You probably won't be on meds forever.  Don't focus on the fact that you're taking pills, focus on relieving your PPD.  You daughter will thank you later!
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You don't say how old you are and that might affect how your periods are.\n\nOne thing that helps with cramps is to give up caffiene.  No coffee, tea, caffienated sodas and you might have a much easier time.\n\nThere are over the counter meds that work well--Pamprin works pretty well--and your doctor can prescribe stronger medications.  In some cases, birth control pills are prescribed to manage menstrual pain.\n\nOther things you can do?  Use a heating pad (or one of those heating bandages that are out now), gentle exercise such as stretching or walking, and if you're of age a shot of brandy or some other liquor works pretty well.\n\nGood luck.  (You have my sympathies)
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Have a chat to your doctor, they may be able to give you something that can control your moods.\nIt is perfectly natural and normal to have these feelings and I really do sympathise with you.\nEven my children know when to stay clear of mummy and that aint funny at all.\n\nI know it sounds ridiculous but have a bar of chocolate! It really does help because it has special chemicals in it that make you feel good (can't remember the scientific name)\n\nAs long as your loved ones are aware that you are suffering from PMS and you aint just shouting at them for no reason, they should forgive you and offer you some sympathy.\n\nGood luck x
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Oh, honey, I am so sorry!  This is exactly why I had to go off the pill.  You would think it would make you more even-tempered, but NO.  At least not in my case, and apparently not in yours, either!  That's not to say I don't still have PMS ... but one thing that helps is being able to know what it is.  When you know you're reaching that time of the month, prepare yourself & your family!  As soon as I can tell myself (and my family) that I'm in a foul mood due to PMS, I feel like I can better control it.  Other than that, I would say you can ask your dr. if it's okay to take things like St. John's Wort, or if he has other suggestions.  He may suggest a lower dose of the pill, but it sounds like you've already tried that.  But he may have other suggestions as well.  I feel for you ... it's not fun for anybody!
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Go to the doctor! Here is something.....\n\nWHAT YOU SHOULD DO\nYou may take nonprescription medicine such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen and acetaminophen for menstrual cramps. Use it only as directed. \nIf your doctor gives you a prescription for menstrual cramps, take it exactly as directed. \nApplying heat to your abdomen or back helps ease the pain. Do this for about 20 minutes once or twice a day. Use a heating pad set on low or a warm water bottle, or take a warm bath for 10 to 15 minutes. \nStay as active as possible. Exercise often helps relieve pain. You don't need to stay in bed. \nDon't drink too much caffeine (cola or coffee); and try to keep away from things that cause you to feel stressed-out. \nCall Your Doctor If...\nYour pain is not controlled with medication or lasts more than 3 days. \nYou have pain with urination or bowel movements, or pain that is located on one side only. \nThe medicine you are taking is causing any problems. \nSeek Care Immediately If...\nYour pain is so bad that you can't walk. \nYou have a high temperature, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, dizziness, or muscle aches during your menstrual period.
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The regular use of the following Homeopathic Prescription will regulate all irregularities in your periods.\n1.PSORINUM 1M just one dose per week.\nFollowed by 4 tablets each of the following Tissue Salts at least 3 times a day half hour before meals:-\n\n1.CALCAREA PHOS 6X\n2.FERRUM PHOS 6X\n3.NATRIUM MUR 6X\n\nAll of these are Side Effects free Homeopathic Remedies.\nTake care and God Bless you ! \n\nP.s.\nIf the remedies don't make a difference in a week.\nI would advise you to please put up more details about yourself and tell us exactly how and what you feel in your own words.So  i can amend or correct your treatment.\nTake care
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I was recently diagnosed as well.  I would only take medication that my doctor gave me.  Please be careful about what you take.  If you are trying to concieve, taking something dangerous will increase your risks of pregnancy loss, birth defects, etc.  Talk to your doctor about any questions you might have.  It is very important that you stay in close contact with him/her.  \nThe lost feeling does get better.  There  will be times when it hurts so bad you can't stand it, and then there will be times that you're okay.  Eventually, you have more good days than bad.  \n\nGood luck.
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Ask for many a diffrent hormone combination. Mostlikey its a certain hormone thats makeing you sick. Just try to pin point it
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Get proffesional help at once if ur dr wont help get another TELL him exactly what u just wrote and ask for a stronger drug, like xanax or maybe prozac
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therapy and meds are essential for helping you...but have you thought about support groups?  sometimes just going through it with like people can help.  as for your not being able to articulate how you feel, i recommend journaling...writing down what you are feeling is a great way to help yourself and others fiigure out what you are really going through.  dont forget diet and exercise too...good luck
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I don't either --- but I have begun eating these little fibre disk and am getting more regular.  i also feel better.  i often wander if this is why I have so much PMS because just before my period I have a biggy and then start.  after that I begin to feel better.  Try the fibre and drink a lot of water.
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I do not have much faith in any harsh meds like Valium or shrinks for violent outburst.\n\nI would strongly recommend finding a group of yoga, Buddhist or some other type meditation to learn to control your own mind.  If you are having the outburst then it is not under control.  Furthermore the good company will help relieve depression.\n\nFor herbal help I would take a combination of St. John's, passion flower and Valerian in equal parts, about 450mg two times a day.\n\nOnce you commit to the harsh meds, your on them for life.
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PMS is a common phenomenon many women experience Although the exact cause is unknown, there has been much research done on how to manage and control many of the symptoms.\n\nIf you are experiencing PMS and feel that your symptoms are bad or you are having excessive bleeding with your period, TeenHealthFX suggests that you seek medical assistance. You can also get more information on PMS in general from a doctor or other health professional. If you live in northern New Jersey you can contact the Adolescent Young Adult Center for Health at (973) 971.6475 or outside of this area you can go to a teen health clinic or local Planned Parenthood.
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Pms? or you're experiencing depression, talk to a doctor.