A severe form of premenstrual syndrome that affects 5% of women and can have a very disrupting effect on the patient's life is known as premenstrual ________ disorder (PMDD).

Premenstrual Syndrome

A group of symptoms that women may experience typically 1-2 weeks before their menstrual period, including mood swings, tender breasts, food cravings, fatigue, irritability, and depression.

Disrupting Effect

An impact that significantly alters the usual function or process of something.

Premenstrual Disorder

A term likely meant to refer to premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD), conditions characterized by emotional and physical symptoms that occur in the one to two weeks before a woman's period.