Association of Dysmenorrhea and Lifestyle factors among young females: A Comprehensive review
1Jesica Patel, 2Sheetal Chhaya and 3Manav Patel
1,2Department of Nutrition and Dietetics, Parul Institute of Applied Sciences, Parul University, Vadodara - 391760 (India) 1 jesicapatel133@gmail.com 2 sheetal.chhaya33665@paruluniversity.ac.in 3Department of PG & Ph.D. Studies in Dravya guna, Parul Institute of Ayurveda, Parul University, Vadodara - 391760 (India) Mp8037907@gmail.com ORCID ID - 0009-0008-5291-6463 Corresponding Author : Jesica Patel1 jesicapatel133@gmail.com
ABSTRACT
Dysmenorrhea, characterized by recurrent cramping pain in the lower abdomen during menstruation in the absence of identifiable pelvic pathology, is highly prevalent among adolescents and young adult females and constitutes a significant public health concern. The condition is frequently associated with functional impairment, including reduced academic performance, absenteeism, and compromised psychosocial well-being. Although the pathophysiology of primary dysmenorrhea is largely attributed to increased endometrial prostaglandin production and consequent uterine hypercontractility, accumulating evidence indicates that modifiable lifestyle factors may influence both its occurrence and severity. This review critically synthesizes current literature examining the association between dysmenorrhea and lifestylerelated determinants among young females.