PMDD: When PMS Feels Like It’s Ruining Your Life

If you feel like you become a different person every month, overwhelmed, angry, anxious, depressed—you may be dealing with PMDD.

And if you’ve been told to “just deal with PMS” or take birth control and hope for the best, you’re not alone. At Ask Dr Olz, we understand PMDD goes far deeper than standard advice allows and we help women across South Africa decode and rebalance their hormones naturally.

What Is PMDD?

PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) is a severe, hormone-related mood disorder that affects roughly 3–8% of women globally—and it’s underdiagnosed in South Africa.

Unlike typical PMS, PMDD symptoms are disabling and can include:

• Sudden mood swings or rage
• Depression or suicidal thoughts
• Anxiety or panic
• Crying spells or extreme irritability
• Insomnia or fatigue
• Bloating, breast tenderness, or joint pain
• Difficulty concentrating

These symptoms often start 1–2 weeks before your period and resolve once bleeding begins but they disrupt work, relationships, and daily life.

The Functional Medicine View of PMDD

Instead of suppressing symptoms with synthetic hormones or antidepressants, we ask: why is your body reacting this way?

Root Causes of PMDD May Include:

• Estrogen dominance with low progesterone
• Poor estrogen detox through liver or gut
• Histamine intolerance triggered by hormonal shifts
• Nutrient deficiencies (like magnesium, B6, zinc)
• Inflammation and gut dysbiosis
• Cortisol imbalances due to chronic stress

We address these at the root—not just to mask symptoms, but to rebalance your system long-term.

Natural Relief from PMDD: What Works

At Ask Dr Olz, we recommend evidence-based nutrients and supplements that address the underlying dysfunctions:

Product	Purpose
EstroFactors	Supports estrogen metabolism & reduces dominance
UltraFlora Women’s	Gut flora support for hormone detox
Exhilarin	Adaptogens for cortisol and stress balance
Magnesium Glycinate	Calms mood, relieves cramps & supports progesterone
Vitamin B6 & Zinc Glycinate	Crucial for neurotransmitter support and ovulation
Chasteberry	Promotes progesterone and hormonal rhythm
MitoVive	Boosts cellular energy if fatigue is severe

Want to know what combination is right for your body? Book a consult—we personalise everything.

How We Help Women With PMDD in South Africa

We support you with:

• Online consults (nationwide, from the comfort of your home)
• Fast, local supplement delivery (free shipping over R750)
• Root-cause functional assessments (even with basic bloods)
• Ongoing guidance, not guesswork

Real Talk from Real Clients

“I used to feel out of control every month. Now I finally understand what’s happening and I’ve cut my PMDD symptoms in half.”
– Thandi, Joburg

“I didn’t want to go on antidepressants. Ask Dr Olz gave me natural solutions that actually worked.”
– Sibongile, Cape Town

Next Steps

👉Shop Natural Hormone Support Products Now

👉 Book a PMDD Consult with Dr Olz – Online Nationwide

You deserve to feel stable, calm, and in control—all month long.