A Study to Assess Prevalence of Premenstrual Syndrome Among College Going Girls of Selected College of Ambala, Haryana

Abstract

Background: Every woman experiences menstruation on a regular basis, and it is essential for the uterine lining to regenerate in order to get ready for conception. A collection of physical, behavioral, and emotional symptoms that appear in the final week of the luteal phase—typically the week before the menstrual period—are collectively referred to as premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Usually, after the 13th day of the menstrual cycle, symptoms appear. The symptoms of PMS can appear at any point in the reproductive years. Women's daily lives can be disrupted by PMS for several days. Aim and Objectives The present study aims was to assess prevalence of premenstrual syndrome among college going girls. To determine the association of premenstrual syndrome with selected demographic variables. To find out the association of Premenstrual syndrome with menstrual, lifestyle characteristics of college going girls. Methodology: The present study was carried out in the village of Mullana, Ambala. A descriptive research design was used. 200 samples were selected for the study by convenient sampling technique. Data was collected through Google form; thus the data was incorporated by using SPSS 16 version. RESULT: This research assesses Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) among college-going girls in Ambala, Haryana. Among participants, 56% are aged 20-22, 48.5% have a height of 154-157 cm, and 98.5% are unmarried. Most (75.5%) have a normal BMI, 55.5% are from rural areas, and 32% are B.Sc. Nursing 2nd-year students. Lifestyle factors show 69.5% lack physical activity, 98% don’t smoke, and 70.5% have healthy eating habits. Menstrual data reveals 54.5% had menarche at 11-13 years, 86.5% have a 25-30 day cycle, and 38.55% experience severe pain. PMS severity varies, with 27.5% severe cases, 21% mild, and 3.5% very severe. Only associated with Age(X2=175.4,p=0.01),type of stay(X2=104.3,P=0.02),Year of study (X2=353.27,P=0.05).in menstrual characteristics No.of days bleeding last(X2=195.9,P=0.02), Dysmenorrhea (X2=103.5,P=0.04), nature of Dysmenorrhea pain(X2=119.5,P=0.034),Family history of Dysmenorrhea (X2=101.5,P=0.008),and use of medication and remedial measure for pain relieve (X2=88.27,P=0.005) and in lifestyle characteristics Smoking(X2=123.4,P=0.003), and sleep cycle(X2=96.6,P=0.05).).Conclusion: The present study's findings on The PMS  among nursing students are consistent with some studies, but divergent from others. Further research is needed to explore the factors influencing PMS.