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Prevalence and determinants of primary dysmenorrhea among rural adolescent girls: A cross-sectional descriptive study

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Primary dysmenorrhea is a common cause of morbidity among adolescent girls, impacting school attendance and quality of life. This community-based cross-sectional study was conducted among 300 rural adolescent girls (13-18 years) in Dadra and Nagar Haveli using a structured interview schedule and Numerical Pain Rating Scale to assess prevalence and determinants of dysmenorrhea. Data showed that 61.3% experienced moderate pain and 27% severe pain, with significant associations between severity and BMI (p = 0.031), family history (p = 0.015) and family type (p = 0.029). No significant associations were observed with age, menarcheal age, cycle frequency, flow duration, religion, or income.

Source: Bioinformation

DOI: 10.6026/973206300213527

Authors: Patel Divyanka Navinbhai, Mahalakshmi B, Siva Subramanian N

Institution: Sankalchand Patel University

Language: English

Topic: Menstrual Health and Disorders

Subfield: Public Health, Environmental and Occupational Health

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDGs: Good health and well-being, Gender equality

Open Access status: hybrid

OpenAlex ID: W4415913919