Pre Menstrual Syndrome- Prevalence and Effect on Quality of Life Among Women of Reproductive Age Group Attending Outpatient Services in A Tertiary Care Hospital in Chennai

Background: Premenstrual syndrome, a periodical disorder of young and middle-aged women, is characterized by affective, emotional and physical symptoms that take place during the premenstrual phase. The symptoms may cause impairment to the daily lives of women, affecting their social, behavioural, inter-personal and work-related aspects of life.  Aim and Objectives: To estimate the magnitude and impact on quality of life of Premenstrual syndrome among women of reproductive age and to find the association with socioeconomic status.  Method: Descriptive cross-sectional study with convenience sampling using a self-structured validated question.  Result: The Prevalence of Premenstrual syndrome among the women of reproductive age group belonging to various strata involved in the study is estimated to be 62.5%. The study results suggest a strong correlation between diagnosis of PMS and subsidised quality of life as calculated using MHQoL questionnaire.  Conclusion: The prevalence rate signifies the hidden burden of pre-menstrual disorders and their potential impact on the quality of life among women.