The Numbers and the Picture: How Common Are PMS and PMDD, and What Do They Actually Look Like

How common are PMS and PMDD, really — and why does the research seem so contradictory? In this episode, Dr Georgina Standen unpacks the numbers behind these conditions, and the full picture of symptoms that goes far beyond bloating and a bit of tearfulness.In this episode:Why estimates of PMS prevalence range so wildly across studies — from 12% to 98%What the actual research says about how many women meet criteria for PMS and PMDDThe 200+ documented symptoms of PMS, and which specific cluster defines PMDDWhy symptoms can look completely different from one woman to the nextWhy perimenopause so often brings a resurgence of PMS/PMDD-type symptoms — and what that pattern actually meansMentioned in this episode:Belle app: https://bellehealth.co/Flo app: https://app.flo.health/Sirona Health PMS/PMDD page: sironahealth.co.uk/pmsA full transcript of this episode is available above.Sirona Health specialises in menopause, PMS/PMDD and teen health. Find out more at sironahealth.co.uk.Sirona Health Podcast is hosted by Dr Georgina Standen, GP and founder of Sirona Health (sironahealth.co.uk), a specialist women's health practice covering menopause, PMS/PMDD and teen health. Book a consultation at sironahealth.co.uk.This podcast is for general information only and doesn't replace individual medical advice — please speak to your GP or a specialist about your own symptoms. If you're struggling, please reach out for support.