Impact of stress on menstrual cycle: A comparison between medical and non medical students

Singh, Ruchi; Sharma, Renuka; Rajani, Heena

doi:10.4103/2278-0521.157886

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“…In the present study, it is found that those students who experience premenstrual symptoms, menstrual pain and irregular menstrual cycle have higher value of stress score than those who do not (Table 3). These findings are consistent with a study done by Singh et al 10 which reported a significant association of increased stress scores with menstrual pain, premenstrual symptoms and passage of clots among the medical students. Their study has also demonstrated a significantly positive association of stress with premenstrual symptoms as well as decreased flow.…”

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“…Singh et al found that medical students in India perceived above average or higher level of stress; and a strong association between stress and premenstrual symptoms was observed. 10 However, Sood et al found no clear association between stress and menstrual abnormality. 11 Hence, this study was conducted with an aim to see whether there is any relationship between psychosocial stress as measured by Inventory to Measure Psychosocial Stress (IMPS) and menstrual function-related abnormalities among the female undergraduate medical students.…”

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Relationship Between Psychosocial Stress and Menstrual Function-Related Abnormalities Among the Female Undergraduate Medical Students

Rajkumari¹,

Keithellakpam²,

Thiyam³

et al. 2017

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BACKGROUND Several studies have shown contradictory results as some of the studies reported the association between stress score and menstrual function-related abnormalities while some have failed to show any relationship between stress score and menstrual function-related abnormalities. Hence, this study was conducted with an aim to see whether there is any relationship between psychosocial stress as measured by Inventory to Measure Psychosocial Stress (IMPS) and menstrual function-related abnormalities among the female undergraduate medical students. MATERIALS AND METHODS This study was conducted on 81 female undergraduate students of a Medical college. A questionnaire along with the IMPS was provided to the students. The questionnaire dealt with anthropometric data, menstrual history and menstrual health status. RESULTS Fifty-three percent (53%) of students have stress score ranging from 20-39 while 47% have stress score 10-19. A majority of students (80%) reported premenstrual symptoms. The proportion of students who reported irregular menstrual cycles and heavy menstrual flow were 67% and 62% respectively. Most of the students (80%) also reported menstrual pain. The students who have premenstrual symptoms have significantly higher stress score than those who do not (p<0.001). Those students who reported menstrual pain (p<0.001) and irregular menstrual cycle (p<0.001) also have significantly higher stress score than those who do not. Logistic regression showed that stress was the significant predictor of premenstrual symptoms (p=0.001) and menstrual pain (p=0.001). Both stress score (p=001) and body mass index (p=0.01) were found to be predictors for experiencing irregular menstrual cycle. CONCLUSION Our study showed that students who reported menstrual-related abnormalities had higher stress score than those who did not. Also stress score is an independent predictor of menstrual-related abnormalities.

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Relationship Between Psychosocial Stress and Menstrual Function-Related Abnormalities Among the Female Undergraduate Medical Students

Rajkumari¹,

Keithellakpam²,

Thiyam³

et al. 2017

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“…[13] Subjects suffering from a symptom of abdominal pain during luteal phase were more in control group (65%) as compared to study group (43.3%). In a study done by Singh et al, [14] it has been reported that 50% of the students had irritability and incidence of pain was more as compared to the present study. It has been observed that 44% of the students had painful periods and 60% were taking medications for the same.…”

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Effect of moderate aerobic exercise on perceived stress during luteal phase of menstrual cycle in students pursuing professional course

Joshi¹,

Pendse²,

Vaidya³

2018

Natl J Physiol Pharm Pharmacol

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Background: Students pursuing professional course are always under stress and do not exercise due to time constraint. Regular menstrual periods indicate good reproductive health of female students. Various problems during menstrual period are more common during the age group of 20-24 years. These problems can affect the physical and psychological well-being of female students. Well planned aerobic exercise improves reproductive system functioning in terms of regular menstrual cycle and reduces different symptoms. Aims and Objectives: The study was planned to evaluate the effect of aerobic exercise on perceived stress and on various symptoms during the luteal phase of menstrual cycle. Materials and Methods:This was an observational cross-sectional study. After ethical committee approval, 60 volunteers were divided into study group (n = 30, doing aerobic exercise) and control group (n = 30, non-exercising). They were asked to complete a validated questionnaire about the menstrual cycle. Basal body temperature was recorded to determine the luteal phase. Bleeding patterns were assessed by using questionnaires and pictograms. Cohen's perceived stress scale (PSS) was used to assess PSS score. Results were analyzed by Paired t-test. Results: PSS score showed the statistically significant difference in control and study group subjects. Intermenstrual bleeding was significantly reduced, and incidence of pain and absenteeism was also decreased during the menstrual period in exercising students. Conclusion: The study showed that aerobic exercise reduced stress levels in young female students during the luteal phase and a positive effect on premenstrual symptoms was observed.

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“…[ 12 ] Duration and regularity of menstrual cycle are influenced by several factors, including sociodemographic profile, psychosocial stress, disturbed sleep level, strenuous physical exercise, diet, etc. [ 13 14 15 16 17 18 ] Various studies have documented increased stress levelduring menstrual pain and also identified stress as one of key factors responsible for menstrual irregularities. [ 13 14 15 19 ] Unhealthy lifestyle is also a major risk factor for menstrual abnormality.…”

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“…[ 13 14 15 16 17 18 ] Various studies have documented increased stress levelduring menstrual pain and also identified stress as one of key factors responsible for menstrual irregularities. [ 13 14 15 19 ] Unhealthy lifestyle is also a major risk factor for menstrual abnormality. There are limited data available on prevalence of menstrual problems and their association with factors mainly psychological stress and disturbed sleep level.…”

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Psychosocial and stress-related risk factors for abnormal menstrual cycle pattern among adolescent girls: A case-control study

Jha

Bhadoria

Bahurupi

et al. 2020

J Edu Health Promot

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Impact of stress on menstrual cycle: A comparison between medical and non medical students

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Relationship Between Psychosocial Stress and Menstrual Function-Related Abnormalities Among the Female Undergraduate Medical Students

Relationship Between Psychosocial Stress and Menstrual Function-Related Abnormalities Among the Female Undergraduate Medical Students

Effect of moderate aerobic exercise on perceived stress during luteal phase of menstrual cycle in students pursuing professional course

Psychosocial and stress-related risk factors for abnormal menstrual cycle pattern among adolescent girls: A case-control study

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