53: evaluate the effect of perceived stress on dysmenorrhea

Conclusion: High stress levels (PSS >20) was associated with only menstrual irregularities and not with duration, amount of flow or dysmenorrhea. Hence, other causes should be looked for in young women complaining of menstrual problems before stress is assumed to be the cause.
Source: BMJ Open - Category: Journals (General) Authors: Tags: Open access Poster Source Type: research