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Well 2 weeks before my period im depressed and crying spells 1weeks before im anxious then on my period i get a bit better then week after i can cope?

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Dr. Krishna Kumar answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Depression: Your depression and anxiety is for 2 weeks every month, even after the period, you are coping with the situation. Please see a psychiatrist for stress affecting your life, hormonal changes. And treatment including psychotherapy and medication.

Dr Pappas and 4 doctors agreed

Answered 9/28/2016

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