PMDD and/or Menopause & OCD

I have pmdd and am in perimenopause. I have never had anxiety or OCD like this before. You’re not alone.

Absolutely—I’m right there with you. I had my tubes removed and also have PMDD, and I definitely noticed my OCD spiking afterward. The hormonal shifts were no joke, and it felt like my brain just couldn’t find steady ground for a while. People really don’t talk enough about how major reproductive surgeries or even hormonal changes in general can affect mental health—especially when OCD is already in the picture. And if you also deal with PMDD? That’s a whole other layer of emotional intensity, cycling symptoms, and feeling like you’re constantly trying to manage a storm that no one else sees. You’re not alone, and you’re not crazy for feeling like your OCD has gone off the charts since your hysterectomy. There are others of us who see you, feel you, and get it. You deserve support that acknowledges all of what you’re carrying—physically, emotionally, and hormonally. 💛

Good for you!! I’ll be on session 3 next week. Thank you for replying to me. There has to be more of us.

You are not alone here!! I had all of my reproductive organs removed by the time I was 30 due to severe endometriosis. I’m now 6 years into full menopause and with this massive transition I’m back in treatment for OCD. I’ve struggled on and off throughout my life, but didn’t realize that it still was a huge part of my life until very recently. When I had both of my ovaries removed, my OB/GYN said that when estrogen drops, serotonin can as well. Neurotransmitters and hormones are very closely linked. I noticed more depression while I’ve been in menopause. I feel like my mood swings have improved substantially as I used to get severe PMDD. However, my worrying and anxiety have become worse. I’m three weeks into starting treatment and I’m already noticing positive results. I know you said you just started so I’m wishing you the best on your journey. Just remember, we are here with you, you’re not alone, and we’ll get through this together ❤️

PMDD plus OCD plus hormonal shifts are very, very, very hard. I hope you can be tender with yourself

Thank you guys so much for validating me and making me feel seen. Success stories are keeping me positive and seeing you guys get well is so hopeful for me. I’m really scared to start ERP but this has been encouraging!

I agree. I’m glad we’re not alone. It’s a hard combination for people to understand and to live. Your stories and support are encouraging. I’m scared to start ERP too. The information about estrogen and serotonin makes sense. My worry and anxiety are definitely getting worse the closer I get to menopause. I’m hoping treatment here helps.