Can I claim for Pre Menstrual Tension? Sick pay type of thing?

SmallL

I would definately try to lose weight in order to go on a pill, im only 20, but been on cerazette for about 8 years as my periods were so painful i would faint. Havent had a period for 8 years now as the pill stopped them completely.
Im lucky the first pill i tried helped me, there are loads out there!

dandelionclock30

I thought DRS didnt like prescribing the pill to older women whether they were fat or thin. Didnt you say you were 40? PMT has nothing to do with being fat.
Regarding accupuncture Im a sceptic but I know that where I live there is student practice attached to the University and a treatment costs £10.00 per session for everyone. You could look into this in your town instead of paying £50.00 per hour.
I havent had PMT but I do know what its like to be very depressed and I found it usefull going out for long walks and rides on my bike. The cost was virtually nothing as I always took my own drinks and snacks. Just getting out of the house is usefull when things are very bad.
Like someone elce said your G.P may be able to help with weight management. In my area if you have severe mental health issues or if you've had a heart attack you can get some free access to the gym.

KxMx

Face1992 wrote: »

I'm 40 now. Youngest is eight, oldest 21 so not planning on anymore.

I'm clinically obsese now so Doc won't put me on pill or injection because of blood clot risks.

I think I'd be quite happy getting a hysterectomy if it means the hormones will go, but knowing the luck I have it won't be that simple.

There is the progesterone-only pill, also known at the mini-pill. It has a very low, if not zero risk of clotting. And is suitable for women who can't have the combined pill due to being a smoker, overweight etc.

My weight is too much now for the regular pill so I was moved onto the mini-pill.

I wouldn't bother with a GP, the practice nurses are much more knowledgeable and sympathetic when it comes to female/contraception issues.

If things have gotten so bad for you you need to go back to see a GP or Nurse and demand they stop fobbing you off and help. If Prozac helped but the side effects were too bad for you to continue, ask them about the many alternative pills in the same family.

earthbound_misfit

Regarding the CBT - you can self-refer to it now, they've opened up access in the last couple of years.
Sorry if I'm speaking out of turn, but it sounds like this may be more complex than just PMT - more of a general feeling down (and used to covering it up) that means the PMT + awkward customer moments are even worse. A different job would probably help, as well as generally taking care of yourself in a thoughtful way. Little steps to make things better, because you do deserve it. (sorry for sounding a bit cheesy)

skibadee

Regarding the hormonal side and the severity of it I would ask to be refered to a gynecologist, they don't only perform surgery, they may be able to offer help in a different way ie., medication etc.,.....if you di have a hyterectomy, at 40, they could decide to retain the ovaries, but as they produce the hormones they may well remove them and put you on HRT ... short term....unless there is any reason why you couldn't take it.
Without HRT and having a hysertectomy which retains your ovaries you would possibly go into menopause, which believe me can have a awful effect on your mental health too .

I don't think you would be entitled to SSP on your wage, but as has been said maybe self cert., yourself for a week, during that week try to see a GP and explain exactly how your feeling etc., If the prozac were making you feel stable mentally but effecting you physically ask about any different medication that may be available, have you ever had a hormone level check?

Try some gentle exercise too, like walking, its amazing how just a little walk can change your mood and will help from a health point of view.

FBaby

I very much doubt a surgeon would agree to such an intervention for issues with self control/anger maybe our maybe not caused by pmt. it is a serious operation with risks and a long recovery. It us also a cost to the nhs so other alternative would be considered first.

smileytiger

I know we have have wandered from the original point - but for what it's worth have you thought about a hormonal coil?
Best decision i ever did having mine fitted - no periods, no PMT, stopped me being tired and lethargic etc - oh and i was almost 20stone when it was fitted. ( have lost 5 stone with some sensible eating since ) I had this as alternative to a hysterectomy ( my doc said at 40 i was far to young for them to consider one - even though my problems were quite severe.
Maybe worth asking about - good luck

dseventy

No advice to offer (outside my area of expertise).

But :

1) We are doomed as a country if PMT warrants benefit help.
2) Any decision based on health needs to be discussed with GP (and not the MSE board).

D70

Mara69

Pennywise2012 wrote: »

1) PMT is not caused by being overweight.
2) The OP doesn't need to 'demonstrate seriousness' to get the medical help she is legally entitled to, needs and wants!

I am well aware of this. However, it is clear that the OP isn't trying to help herself or her children. Having a good diet and taking regular exercise will only help her. Eating whole foods, lots of fruit and vegetables etc versus processed, sugary foods does make a difference to ones overall well being. This is simply advice a decent doctor would offer.

Strikes me the OP would rather rely on the easy option of benefits and pills than help herself.

thorsoak

Face1992 wrote: »

I'm 40 now. Youngest is eight, oldest 21 so not planning on anymore.

I'm clinically obsese now so Doc won't put me on pill or injection because of blood clot risks.

I think I'd be quite happy getting a hysterectomy if it means the hormones will go, but knowing the luck I have it won't be that simple.

As you are clinically obese at the moment, it is quite possible that a gynocologist would not consider it safe for you to have a hysterectomy until you have lost weight. It still is a major operation - and unless your ovaries are removed at the same time - which will bring on the menopause - you will still be subject to the same hormones. And of course, removal of ovaries generally goes with HRT - and if you are clinically obsese, then that too is fraught with danger.

I'm overweight - bordering on clinically obese at the moment - and I know how hard it is to lose weight - but if you can lose some weight, it might possibly help with the PMT - I do hope so.