A Cross Sectional Study of Knowledge, Attitude and Practices about Menstruation and Menstrual Hygiene among Medical Students in Ranchi, Jharkhand
Journal Title: INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF SCIENTIFIC STUDY - Year 2018, Vol 6, Issue 9
Abstract
Introduction: Menstruation and menstrual practices are associated with taboos and sociocultural restrictions. Misconception and unhygienic practices associated with menstruation may cause adverse health outcomes. Undergraduate medical students are the future main health-care providers, and thus, their knowledge helps in transforming the community practices. Aims and Objectives: This study aims to assess the knowledge, attitude, and practices of menstrual hygiene of undergraduate medical students of Ranchi, Jharkhand. Materials and Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted on 110 girls of the 1st and 2nd year MBBS students of Rajendra Institute of Medical Sciences, Ranchi. Results: Out of 120 girl students of first and second year MBBS 110 students were participated in the study. Most girls 60% (n - 66) were in the age group of 17–20 years. Surprisingly, 36% of girls were ignorant about menstruation before menarche. We also found that 60.9% (n - 67) of students menstrual habits was inculcated by their mother. Almost all girls experienced premenstrual symptoms. 81.18% (n - 90) of girl students were forced to practice restrictions during menses.
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Anita Kumari, Mary Pushpa Bara, Ira Anupama Soreng
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