Tried to do #campnanowrimo in July. Didn't work out -sigh- Too much going on in my life. (Like moving.) Don't beat yourself up either. Life happens, right?

#depression #mentalhealth #PMDD

As a continuation of yesterday's post on PMDD Awareness (linked below), I wanted to provide a more direct glimpse into common PMDD symptoms. Since everyone experiences PMDD differently, and my own symptoms can vary from month to month, this post isn't meant to be a guide on all possible symptoms; instead, it's meant to show how I experience PMDD on a given day.

Here's what it was like dealing with my PMDD today:

Mood-wise, today was pretty easy. I had a lot of exciting stuff going on, so the negative moods didn't have the space to drag me down. On the flip-side, since I had a lot of exciting stuff going on, I had to do a mild amount of physical activity. Stuff like walking around, socializing, etc. Normally this sort of activity would leave me energized and ready for more. Not today.

Instead, I'm in bed because my severe tension headache makes me too dizzy to stand, and I'm prone to vasovagal syncope (fainting spells) even when not pre-menstrual. Typing is difficult because my fingertips and forearms keep going numb, and just holding my phone feels like I'm carrying a 10lbs weight. With the headache, my brain is foggy, and it takes 10x the usual effort for me complete a thought. And even though I only walked a short distance today, my legs hurt as if I hiked up a steep hill for a few miles. Activities that are normally easy for me are now borderline impossible.

And this is just one day. Thankfully I'm due for my period soon. I'm at the height of my PMDD symptoms, but it'll be over in a few days until next month.

The purpose of this post isn't to complain or gain pity: All I ask is for compassion and understanding when someone with PMDD is struggling. It's not "all in our heads" or something we can just "get over." PMDD is a condition that can affect us both mentally and physically. And if you're frustrated with us because we can't function like we usually do, imagine how we must feel.

Original Post:
https://pagan.plus/@khthoniaa/110686245687260350

#PMDD #PMDDAwareness #PremensturalDisorder #PremenstrualDisorders #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride

Even though approximately 3%-10% of AFAB folks who menstruate experience premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), the condition is rarely discussed as frequently as its nondisordered counterpart premenstrual syndrome (PMS.) Most people, both AFAB and not, know what PMS is, but few know PMDD.

I know PMDD very well since I've been diagnosed with it for over 10 years now. And today's been a bit of a struggle because of it. But I wanted something positive to come out of today, so I decided to write this post and spread awareness.

PMDD is essentially PMS cranked up to 1000. Where someone with PMS might feel a little cranky, sad, or unenergetic during the days leading up to their period, someone with PMDD might feel enraged, hopelessly depressed, or completely drained of energy. Most folks can push through PMS symptoms without much trouble while PMDD is debilitating. There are often physical symptoms, too. Symptoms vary from person to person.

There's unfortunately a lot of stigma around discussions of menstruation and premenstrual symptoms. But there shouldn't be. In fact, the stigma keeping people silent may be hurting a lot of people. I honestly wouldn't be surprised if the number of people with PMDD is much higher than 10% as many people may think their symptoms are "just PMS." If you don't know what PMDD is, how would you even know to seek a diagnosis and treatment?

And the silence surrounding premenstrual conditions applies to conditions other PMDD! For example, there's also PME or premenstrual exacerbation. It's essentially a condition where someone with a mental illness experiences an exacerbation of their symptoms during the premenstrual cycle. I've honestly never seen either PMDD or PME discussed in mainstream media or sex ed materials. And I fear that with the current attacks on reproductive rights and education, we'll see even less.

There needs to be further awareness, education, and discussion around premenstrual and menstrual disorders. They are serious, often debilitating conditions. We can't afford to be silent about them anymore.

If you would like to learn more about these conditions or seek support, I recommend the International Association for Premenstural Disorders website. They have so many awesome resources for people living with PMDD and PME, and for those who want to be better allies to folks with premenstrual disorders.

https://iapmd.org/

#PMDD #PMD #PME #PremensturalDisorder #PremenstrualDisorders #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride #DisabiliyPrideMonth2023

Before this post, did you know about premenstural disorder/PMD?

#PMDD fucking sucks. Like...I got enough mental shit going on then need to worry about this fucking menace coming about every month for a week and picking up the pieces for two weeks, then it all starts over again. I hate it so much.

kitty seems to have pooped/vomited out whatever was making him so whiny and unhappy for the last couple days, thank god. wish i knew what it was so i could make it unavailable but no clue.
signs point to this being a really BAD PMDD week, so i'm looking for HAPPY cartoons to watch between household tasks, but i could just play more Cozy Grove, Potion Permit, etc.
meanwhile, making soup, baking, living room clutter, just the usual.
#today
#cats
#PMDD
#videogames
#cooking
#baking
#cartoons

早上的我：行业大洗牌，接下来几个月要怎么过啊，公司肯定会特别乱，产品也不知道要搞啥
晚上的我：行业大洗牌，正好在我的领域，这是我成为乱世枭雄（不是）的机会啊！
下一秒的我：是不是PMS结束了，该赶紧去抄上卫生巾
#PMS #PMDD

早上的我：行业大洗牌，接下来几个月要怎么过啊，公司肯定会特别乱，产品也不知道要搞啥
晚上的我：行业大洗牌，正好在我的领域，这是我成为乱世枭雄（不是）的机会啊！
下一秒的我：是不是PMS结束了，该赶紧去抄上卫生巾

#PMS #PMDD

早上的我：行业大洗牌，接下来几个月要怎么过啊，公司肯定会特别乱，产品也不知道要搞啥
晚上的我：行业大洗牌，正好在我的领域，这是我成为乱世枭雄（不是）的机会啊！
下一秒的我：是不是PMS结束了，该赶紧去抄上卫生巾

#PMS #PMDD

signs point to it being a BAD #PMDD month. :(

My girlfriend's #PMDD is bad this month, I had to pick her up early from work.

I have a condition known as premenstrual dysphoric disorder, or PMDD. While some people just call it "severe PMS," it's actually way worse. I was diagnosed when I was around 13 or 14. During the week and a half before my period, I experience both mental/emotional and physical symptoms that include extreme emotional sensitivity, fatigue, brain fog, panic attacks, and more. My life essentially has to be put on pause for 7-10 days every month, not including the first few days of my period which tend to be physically painful if not emotionally draining.

About 5-8% of people who menstruate are diagnosed with PMDD. That means there are ~5 million people who have PMDD. However, I hardly ever see anyone other than those who have PMDD talk about the disorder.

If you suspect that you may have PMDD, please talk to your doctor. And if you know someone who suffers from PMDD, please educate yourself about this disorder, advocate for us, and support your loved ones when they need it most.

For more info, check out the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders' resources on PMDD:

https://iapmd.org/about-pmdd (CW: suicide mentioned in source)

#PMDD #menstruation #period #PMS #MentalHealth

Achso. Wir haben ja jetzt wieder einen 28. eines Monats. Damit ist wieder der #pmdd bzw. #pmdd2022 - in lang: der Picture my day day.

Ich weiß noch nicht wie ich das hier mach. Wahrscheinlich gar nicht. Das kommt dann morgen als Blogbeitrag. Ist auch etwas entspannter.

Ooops. #pmdd started yesterday. I've been crying all day basically. Here's to hoping that this finishes up quickly.

#Introduction

#polyam AFAB!
have AMAB #LDR partner.
#ADHD and #PMDD
deeply #Authentic person.

BA Degree: #anthropology and #Classics

Pro IT #Geek
#techsupport
#Knowledge #documentation

#videogames, esp survival games: #Ark and #7DaystoDie and #DontStarve
#anime
#Scifi
#fantasy, esp #UrbanFantasy.
#RickAndMorty
#DoctorWho
#StarTrek and #StarWars

#Keto or #lowcarb
#GlutenFree

multi-genre #music person, #house, #EDM lately.

I LOVE #Podcasts, especially #AudioDrama! ask for recs!

Studies suggest that 1 in 20 women are affected by PMDD. I believe that number is higher. Having been diagnosed with PMDD I know how much it can be debilitating & cruel. For almost 2 weeks out of a month I feel an emotional storm of sadness, anger & anxiety. I want to raise awareness so other women who may be experiencing the same can know that you’re not alone. Talk to your gynecologist to see if your symptoms may be due to PMDD.
#PMDD #NotAlone

My sleep was violently derailed by three hours of enduring cramping on one side of my body in addition to a headache. I really should get a heating pad but dropping $60 for something not super pressing or continuously beneficial when I need to eat is just not it. Atleast I don’t have to go anywhere until Thursday

#PMDD #GoodMorning #selfcare

#testosterone #transmasc #PMDD skipped pmdd this month which is pretty cool! Started my period a week early though...
A couple months ago I paused T for a week or two. It helped let some of the excess hair reduce, but my cycle got a bit weird, so I'm happy that things seem to be calming down.
I'm extremely happy with how micro dosing is going. I feel more here, less dysphoric. All the random physical stuff with pmdd used to be horrendous, but I don't deal with most all of that now.

Yay #PMDD started...
I keep feeling like there's too many things in my life deal with already.

I really wanted to spend time with my partner. She wanted computer time and I didn't know that meant that I wouldn't have time with her tonight. And while waiting, I didn't do much with my time either. Now I'm just awake feeling lonely.

I don't even know how this miscommunication happened. Seriously fuck PMDD starting.