--- title: How common is PMS among female medical students and how does it affect their quality of life? description: 88.46% of female medical students had PMS, and it significantly reduced their quality of life. The study found strong associations between PMS and unhealthy d url: https://niyora.com/research/papers/prevalence-of-premenstrual-syndrome-and-its-impact-on-quality-of-life-among-2025/ --- - [Niyora](https://niyora.com/) - [Research](https://niyora.com/research/) - [Library](https://niyora.com/research/library/) - How common is PMS among female medical students and how does it affect their quality of life? Survey study, 2025 # How common is PMS among female medical students and how does it affect their quality of life? 88.46% of female medical students had PMS, and it significantly reduced their quality of life. The study found strong associations between PMS and unhealthy diet, physical inactivity, and poor sleep. Early or limited evidence 260 female medical undergraduate students ## What they did Cross-sectional study in December 2024 of 260 female medical undergraduate students. Participants completed a structured questionnaire, the Shortened Premenstrual Assessment Form, a symptoms checklist, and the Symptom Checklist-36 to measure quality of life. ## What they found 88.46% had PMS. The most common symptoms were backaches, joint and muscle aches, followed by abdominal heaviness and discomfort. Students with PMS had significantly lower quality of life across various domains. PMS was strongly associated with unhealthy dietary patterns, physical inactivity, and poor sleep hygiene. ## What it means for you PMS is very common in medical students and significantly damages quality of life. The study was limited to medical students at one university, so results may not apply to all women. 88.46% Prevalence of PMS 260 Number of students ## About the study Original title Prevalence of premenstrual syndrome and its impact on quality of life among female medical undergraduate students: a cross-sectional study Authors Kumari Rajnita, Sandeep Bhelkar, Uday Narlawar et al. Journal International Journal of Community Medicine and Public Health Year 2025 Study design Survey study Participants 260 What was tested None Open access Yes Read the paper [doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20252860](https://doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20252860) Original abstract Background: Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) encompasses a range of physical, emotional, and behavioural symptoms that occur cyclically during the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle. These symptoms, primarily influenced by hormonal fluctuations, can impair daily functioning and significantly reduce quality of life among female undergraduate students. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted in December 2024 among 260 undergraduate female medical students. Participants were assessed using a structured, self-administered questionnaire that captured sociodemographic data, dietary habits, lifestyle factors, and symptom profiles. The Shortened Premenstrual Assessment Form was used to identify PMS, a symptoms checklist was used to assess premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), while quality of life was evaluated using the Symptom Checklist-36 (SCL-36). Statistical analysis was performed using descriptive statistics and chi- square tests; a p value <0.05 was considered significant. Results: The prevalence of PMS was found to be 88.46% among the participants. The most frequently reported symptoms were backaches, joint and muscle aches and followed by abdominal heaviness and discomfort. Students with PMS demonstrated significantly lower quality of life across various domains. A strong association was observed between PMS and unhealthy dietary patterns, physical inactivity, and poor sleep hygiene. Conclusions: A substantial proportion of medical students experienced distressing symptoms in the premenstrual phase, which adversely impacted their quality of life. 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