Correlation Between Menstrual Cycle Phases and Post-Operative Pain in Female Patients Undergoing Third Molar Extractions - An Observational Study

Abstract

Aim and Objective: The objective is to assess the alterations of post operative pain perception in patients undergoing third molar surgery in the menstrual, follicular, ovulation and luteal phase of menstrual cycle.

Methodology: 60 female patients, indicated for third molar extraction were grouped based on the phase of menstrual cycle they are in. The post operative pain was evaluated using VAS scale and the results were analysed.

Results: The results demonstrated that while the pain declined across time in every group, it was highest in the luteal phase at all time points, followed by menstrual and was the lowest in the ovulatory group.

Conclusion: The phase of menstrual cycle has an effect on the post operative pain and discomfort.