PMSPMDDben

PMSPMDDben is a term that has appeared in online discussions to describe the overlap or co-occurrence of premenstrual syndrome (PMS) and premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) symptoms within an individual. It is not an official medical diagnosis and is not recognized in major diagnostic manuals such as the DSM-5 or ICD-11.

Background: PMS refers to a cluster of physical and emotional symptoms that occur in the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle and resolve after menstruation begins. PMDD is a more severe, mood-related condition with significant functional impairment. The term PMSPMDDben is sometimes used to convey that a person experiences both PMS-like physical symptoms and PMDD-level mood symptoms, or to describe a spectrum rather than two discrete diagnoses.

Symptoms and diagnosis: Common PMS symptoms include breast tenderness, bloating, headaches, irritability, and fatigue. PMDD includes pronounced mood symptoms such as irritability, depressed mood, anxiety, and cognitive or physical symptoms. Diagnosis of PMDD requires prospective symptom tracking across at least two cycles and clinically significant distress or impairment. The concept of PMSPMDDben does not replace formal criteria; clinicians may interpret overlapping symptoms as PMDD with premenstrual exacerbation or as a premenstrual mood disorder variant.

Management: Approaches align with PMS/PMDD care and may include symptom tracking, lifestyle adjustments, regular physical activity, sleep, nutrition, NSAIDs for cramps, and, for PMDD, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) or hormonal therapies under medical supervision. Psychological therapies may help with mood-related symptoms.

Notes: The term is informal and used in diverse contexts; readers should rely on established clinical criteria and consult healthcare professionals for diagnosis and treatment.