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title: Is PMDD properly recognized and treated in Denmark? | Niyora
description: No. PMDD is often overlooked in Denmark despite being common. SSRIs (antidepressants) can treat PMDD when used only during the luteal phase rather than contin
url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/premenstrual-dysphoric-disorder-is-often-overlooked-2018/
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Review, 2018

# Is PMDD properly recognized and treated in Denmark?

No. PMDD is often overlooked in Denmark despite being common. SSRIs (antidepressants) can treat PMDD when used only during the luteal phase rather than continuously, which differs from how they are typically prescribed for depression.

 Early or limited evidence

Healthcare review focused on Denmark

## What they did

This was a review of current knowledge on PMDD diagnosis and treatment, with focus on the Danish healthcare system.

## What they found

PMDD affects up to 8% of menstruating women. The condition is frequently missed or underrecognized in Denmark. Unlike treatment of other conditions, SSRIs can be used in PMDD only during the luteal phase rather than every day.

## What it means for you

PMDD is common but often undiagnosed. Effective treatment exists that does not require continuous medication. This information specifically applies to Denmark and may not reflect other healthcare systems.

8%

of menstruating women affected

## About the study

Original title [Premenstrual dysphoric disorder is often overlooked] Authors Reveles Jensen KH, Sinclair K Journal Ugeskrift for laeger Year 2018 Study design Review What was tested None Read the paper [https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30509347/](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30509347/)

## Topics

[Premenstrual syndrome (PMS)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pms/)[Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-pmdd/)[Menstrual cycle and mood](https://niyora.com/research/topics/condition-cycle-mood/)[Low mood and depression](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-depression-mood/)[Anxiety and tension](https://niyora.com/research/topics/symptom-anxiety/)[SSRIs and antidepressants](https://niyora.com/research/topics/treatment-ssri/)

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