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Why do i get irritable before my period?

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Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

PMDD: This is one possibility (premenstrual dysphoric disorder). Basically, hormonal fluctuations may impact neurotransmitters and their balance in the brain.

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/5/2018

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A member asked:

Why do i get irritable before my period?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Pappachen answered

Dr Pappas and another doctor agreed

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