Traditional versus prescribed method (marjoram) for relieving Premenstrual Syndrome among Students at the Faculty of Nursing

Abstract

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), is a condition in which one or more of the various symptoms that affect a person’s life style, job and daily life is seen and disappears after the menstruation. The symptoms ranging from physical ,emotional and behavioral symptoms (Yamamoto et al, 2009). Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) is particularly common problem in young girls (Anamika et al, 2008). PMS leads to capacity loss of the individual, economic losses, increase in accident potential, and health problems such as anxiety, depression and suicide that has extreme negative effect on quality of life (Haywood et al, 2007). At least (85%) of women who menstruate has at least one premenstrual symptom. Premenstrual syndrome may be more or less intense with each menstrual cycle. Many women suffer from severe symptoms, which interfere with their everyday life, and some are even debilitating. These problems tend to peak in late 20s and early 30s (William .2008 ). This study was conducted in Faculty of Nursing Ain Shams University. The studied sample consisted of (152) student girls from the different fourth educational years. Three tools of data collection were used first was structured interviewing questionnaire sheet to collect the demographic data, menstrual history, and students’ methods for reliving PMS. Also collect the sample knowledge about marjoram. Second was prospective record of the impact and severity of menstrual symptoms (PRISM calendar) to assess PMS. Third was following up card.