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Why Hormone Sensitivity — Not Hormone Levels — Causes PMS and PMDD
Normal hormone levels don’t mean no symptoms. PMS and PMDD often stem from hormone sensitivity—especially to progesterone—rather than “imbalances.” Learn what this means and what treatments can help.