Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
International Journal of Caring Sciences, cilt.17, sa.3, ss.1446-1453, 2024 (Hakemli Dergi)
Abstract Background: Many women experience menstruation-related health problems during their reproductively fertile years, such as dysmenorrhea, and premenstrual syndrome. Aim: This study aimed to examine menstrual symptoms, dysmenorrhea, coping methods, pain levels and related factors in young women between the ages of 18-30. Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted with 295 participants between the ages of 18-30. 'Personal Information Form', 'VAS Scale (Visual Analog Scale)' and 'Menstruation Symptom Scale (MSS)' were used as data collection tools. In the analysis of the data, the t test, ANOVA, Kruskal Wallis-H Test, Mann-Whitney U, post-hoc tests LSD and Tamhane T2 test were used. Results: 73.2% of the participants are between the ages of 22-25. The region where 66.1% live the longest is the Mediterranean region of Turkey. 82.7% of the participants had dysmenorrhea. The average value of dysmenorrhea pain intensity is 5.63±2.39 (0-10). Resting lying down, rubbing the abdominal area, wearing socks and undershirts, applying heat to the abdomen, listening to music, massage and green tea are among the most commonly used non-drug methods for dysmenorrhea. MSS total score was found to be 73.86±15.97. Age, being an immigrant, and smoking significantly affected MSS scores (p<0.05). Conclusion: The incidence of dysmenorrhea is high in young women. Women with dysmenorrhea mostly need coping methods such as lying down, resting, applying heat, keeping warm and massaging. To improve global women's health, women can be given supportive training on coping with menstrual symptoms and managing the process effectively. It should also be taken into consideration that menstrual symptoms may be affected by factors such as age, culture, physical and psychological health, and adaptation to the living environment. Keywords: Coping, Dysmenorrhea, Menstrual symptom, Pain,Women