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4 articles for “dysmenorrhea and prevalence”
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Prevalence of Dysmenorrhea in Different Age Groups
Abstract: Dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation) is one of the major gynecological problems, encountered in women of reproductive age. It accounts for more than 1/4th gynaec patients’ visits to the gynecologist. The pain may be spasmodic or congestive type and occurs in lower abdomen, low back or in the thighs. It starts one or two days before onset of menstruation and continues for two days with same intensity or sometimes the pain decreases …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 Read article
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Prevalence of Different Risk Factors in Patients of Tashannuji Usre Tams (Spasmodic Dysmenorrhea)
Abstract: Tashannuji Usre Tams (spasmodic dysmenorrhea), which means painful menstruation, is one of the major gynecological problems. It is a single commonest cause of the female absenteeism from school, college and work places. The pain is spasmodic and occurs in lower abdomen, low back or in the thighs. This study was done to observe the prevalence of risk factors of spasmodic dysmenorrhea. The study consisted of 180 unmarried girls between 12 …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2014 · pp. 36–43 Read article
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Primary Dysmenorrhea: A Review with Special Reference to Unani Concepts
Abstract: Dysmenorrhea is potentially the most common and most underdiagnosed gynecologic condition. It is characterized by crampy lower abdominal pain radiating to back and thigh. Nausea, vomiting, headache and diarrhea are frequent accompanying symptoms. An excess or imbalance of prostaglandins, vasopressin, and chemical substances derived from phospholipids play an important role in generating primary dysmenorrhea symptoms, although exact pathology is still difficult to understand. An estimated 10–30% of all working or …
Published in Research & Reviews : A Journal of Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy · Vol. 1, Issue 1, 2014 Read article
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Evaluation of the Understanding of Home Remedies for Managing Dysmenorrhea Among Adolescent Girls in Selected School of Vaniyamkulam Panchayat
Abstract: Background: India possesses a significant adolescent population critical to its future development. Addressing the health needs of this group is imperative for progress. Dysmenorrhea, characterized by painful menstrual cramps, is prevalent among adolescent girls, and home remedies are commonly used for management. This study aimed to evaluate the knowledge of home remedies for dysmenorrhea among girls at TRK Higher Secondary School in Vaniyamkulam. Objectives: The research had two main objectives: …
Published in International Journal of Women's Health Nursing And Practices · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 52–60 Read article