Hey all

I am at my wits end with PMDD. I am so tired of having only two good weeks a month. I fear those bad times the sudden mood swings, intense-paralzying anxiety and intense paranoia and how it wreaks havoc on my relationships. I also fear during those times I will be hospitalized or arrested because of my behavior. I have been through 3 GYn doctors and now the one I have suggested that I try Depo or a Implanon Implant however my insurance (Medicare) will not pay for any contraceptives. Called docs ofc back to let them know and only option left is to quit smoking and go on regular BC. What scares me I am over 35 (42) and I been told even if i quit for a few months I still could be at a risk for heart attack or stroke. That scares me!!

What I have done in past to manage the symptoms with no relief

Magnesium
B6
Mood stabilizer - lamictal
SSRI's - Prozac/Paxil
Xananx
Charting my cycles for the past two yrs.
Eating/Sleeping properly
Exercise
Cut out all caffeine.

My Pysch doc is at a loss of how he can treat the symptoms. I don't understand why I can't have a hysterectomy I do not plan on having children and I just want my life back.

Anyone here over 35 who quit smoking who can share their experiences?? Or any suggestions on how I may get pysch/gyno on board for a hysterectomy. I know that sounds desperate and I am - i cant keep doing this!!!