PREVALENCE OF PRIMARY DYSMENORRHEA IN YOUNG WOMEN- AN INSTITUTIONAL STUDY
Journal Title: Journal of Evolution of Medical and Dental Sciences - Year 2017, Vol 6, Issue 95
Abstract
BACKGROUND Dysmenorrhea is a common menstrual problem which is encountered in young women and needs emphasis. It leads to social withdrawal, absenteeism from school and work. The aim of the study is to know the prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea in unmarried women less than 25 years of age without organic pathology and to understand the distribution of various risk factors. MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a hospital-based, prospective, cross-sectional study conducted for a period of 1 year. Unmarried women <25 years without any organic pathology attending the Gynaecology Outpatient Department with complaints of dysmenorrhea were included in the study. A questionnaire was given to them and results tabulated. RESULTS Prevalence of dysmenorrhea was 58%, 17% presented with severe dysmenorrhea. Social withdrawal was seen in 12% of cases. Dysmenorrhea beyond 17 years was seen in 54% of cases, 48% were from rural areas, 58% cases were from low socioeconomic group and 32% were underweight. 59% of cases attained menarche after 12 years of age and 41% before 12 years. Irregular menstruation was seen in 38% of cases, positive family history was seen in 35% of cases. 92% of cases had dysmenorrhea during menstruation. 93% cases adopted more than one method as therapy, they being, application of heat, abdominal massage and intake of anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS). CONCLUSION Dysmenorrhea in young women is a major problem and needs to be effectively managed. In the present study, 17% suffered from severe dysmenorrhea. Social withdrawal was seen in 12% of cases. The subjects who consumed egg, fruits and tea everyday suffered from mild dysmenorrhea. Majority of the subjects took Paracetamol as a treatment for dysmenorrhea. Severe dysmenorrhea was controlled by intake of oral contraceptives.
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Jayanthi Potharaju, Prasad Usha
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