Welcome to the Dutta Research Lab (DRL), dedicated to the comprehensive scientific study of menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea) and related complex conditions like endometriosis. Based in Manipal, Karnataka, we are at the forefront of tackling crucial yet historically under-researched areas of women's health within India's unique context.

Menstrual pain is widespread, significantly impacting daily life, education, and work. However, severe or chronic pelvic pain, including debilitating menstrual pain, is often linked to underlying conditions. Endometriosis, a chronic inflammatory condition where tissue similar to the uterine lining grows outside the uterus, is a primary focus of our research due to its significant impact and the diagnostic challenges it presents.

Our lab was established to address the critical gap in understanding both primary dysmenorrhea (pain without underlying pelvic disease) and secondary dysmenorrhea caused by conditions like endometriosis, mainly focusing on the diverse Indian population.

Pioneering Research in Menstrual Pain & Endometriosis: Advancing Understanding, Improving Lives