Understanding Neurotransmitters, Stress & Inflammation
Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD) is a severe, cyclical disorder affecting females of reproductive age that is often misunderstood, underdiagnosed, and challenging to treat. Although it is well understood that cycling sex hormones play a role, emerging evidence suggests that PMDD is not simply a disorder of sex hormone levels, but rather a condition of heightened sensitivity to normal hormonal fluctuations.
This webinar will explore several proposed mechanisms of PMDD pathophysiology, examining the roles of fluctuating ovarian hormones, neuroactive steroid and neurotransmitter dynamics, as well as the role of stress and inflammation in this disorder.
Register to learn more about:
- The diagnostic criteria and clinical presentation of patients with PMDD
- Proposed etiologies of PMDD, including sensitivity to normal hormonal fluctuations as well as the interplay between sex hormones, neuroactive steroids, and neurotransmitters
- Other contributing drivers to the disorder, such as HPA axis dysregulation and inflammation
- Interpreting common DUTCH Test patterns associated with PMDD
- Conventional, hormonal, and integrative treatment approaches as well as how to develop personalized treatment plans for patients with PMDD using a functional medicine framework
This session is designed to equip clinicians with a deeper understanding of PMDD and provide them with practical tools to better support patients experiencing this debilitating disorder.
About the Speaker
Dr. Kaitlin Tyre is a licensed naturopathic doctor who completed her training at the National University of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon. Prior to joining Precision Analytical as a clinical educator, she owned and operated her own private practice in Orange County, California where she focused on helping her patients optimize their digestive, hormonal, mental, and skin-related health through naturopathic and integrative approaches. Her favorite treatment modalities include nutrition-based therapies, accessible lifestyle modifications, botanical support, and pharmaceutical interventions when needed. Dr. Tyre prides herself on the compassionate care and education she has provided her patients in order for them to achieve their health goals.
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