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This study aims to estimate the prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea and identify associated symptoms in adolescent girls.

June 26, 2026Scientific ReportsOpen Access

Prevalence and symptoms of primary dysmenorrhea among adolescent girls in India: a school-based cross-sectional study

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Cross-sectional study estimates high prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea in adolescent girls, suggesting urgent health interventions.

This study aims to estimate the prevalence of primary dysmenorrhea and identify associated symptoms in adolescent girls.
Cross-sectional study involving 5,000 adolescent girls from 55 randomly selected schools.
Data collected using a Dysmenorrhea questionnaire and numerical pain rating scale.
Bivariate and multiple logistic regression analyses performed using Jamovi software.
Primary dysmenorrhea prevalence was 68.82% (3441 girls), with 49.01% reporting mild pain and 7.52% severe pain.
Factors associated with dysmenorrhea included maternal history of dysmenorrhea and menstrual patterns.
Significant symptoms included lethargy, irritability, and constipation related to menstruation days.

George et al. (2026) studied this question.

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