Premenstrual dysphoric disorder--a study from India.

OBJECTIVE

To study the prevalence of Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) in Indian women.

METHODS

Prospective recording of symptoms of PMDD over two menstrual cycles using a structured proforma.

SUBJECTS

Sixty-two volunteers who returned pro formas complete in all respects.

RESULTS

Four women (6.4%) fulfilled the criteria of PMDD.

CONCLUSIONS

The prevalence of PMDD detected in this first report on the condition from India is comparable to the prevalence reported in previous studies. The group of women selected by applying such rigorous criteria appears to be heterogeneous with regard to symptom profile over the cycle.