BACKGROUNDUrinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in women are amongst the most common infections in the outpatient population and have a negative impact on the quality of life. The overall prevalence of lower urinary tract symptoms amongst women is 67%. In fact, the prevalence of LUTS in them is reportedly higher than many other chronic diseases. 1,2 Nearly 1 in 3 women will have at least one episode of UTI requiring antimicrobial therapy by the age of 24 years. Almost half of all women will experience one UTI during their lifetime. 3

Introduction: Chronic pelvic pain (CPP) is common among women of reproductive age group. Prevalence of chronic pelvic pain vary widely depending on the definition used and range from 2% to 27% of adult females worldwide.The objective of this study was to know the 'period prevalence ' of CPP from December 15 th 2018 to May 15 th 2019 along with a secondary aim to identify the associated risk factors. Material and methods: The retrospective study was carried out in the department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology,at a tertiary care teaching hospital. The study period was for six months (Dec '18-May'19). Results: The prevalence of chronic pelvic pain was 25% (n=1413) in women > 18 years with a maximum prevalence of 34% (n=484) in women of 30-39 years age group. Thirty seven percent(n=530) were associated with irritable bowel syndrome; Psychosocial factors were seen in 35% cases;31% (n=438) suffered from constipation; 30% had associated urinary symptoms; 0.2% (n=4) had varicose veins in inner thigh and vulval region, 9% (n=127) had chronic PID.3% had suspected nerve entrapment and another 3% had adhesions. Eight percent had pain related to musuloskeletal system.6% (n= 84) with no other associated symptom had usg finding of endometriosis. Conclusion: The prevalence appears to be high (25%) in our part of the country. Owing to its multifactorial aetiology, the gynaecologists should develop the habit of looking beyond the uterus.