Study of Menstrual Patterns in Degree College Students of Visakhapatnam
Journal Title: IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences (IOSR-JDMS) - Year 2017, Vol 16, Issue 11
Abstract
Introduction: Onset of menstruation is considered as a landmark in the growth and development of an adolescent girl.The age of onset and pattern of menstrual cycle depend on a number of factors. Present study was undertaken to find out the menstrual patterns and problems amongdegree college students of Visakhapatnam Aims: To find out menstrual patterns, problems and practices in degree students. Methodology: A total of 100 students in the age group of 16-20years studying in a degree college were asked to answer a pretested and validated questionnaire. Data regarding age of menarche, menstrual hygiene, menstrual patterns, complaints were elicited. Results: Mean age of menarche was between 12-14 years in 83% of the study group.Most of them (45%) had information regarding menses from their mother.Cycles were regular in 65% of the girls.Majority (82%) of them had a cycle interval of 21-35days.Average duration of flow was 3-7days in 87%.Flow was graded as moderate by 56% and heavy by 36% of the girls.21% experienced dysmenorrhoea and 76% reported symptoms of premenstrual syndrome. Only 11 out of 41 sought consultation formenstrual problems. Conclusions: Most of the girls attained menarche at an appropriate age (83%).Cycles were regular with normal intermenstrual interval and duration of flow in majority (65%,82% and87%resp,). Menorrhagia (36%) and dysmenorrhoea (21%) were the common problems reported. There is a need to develop strategies to improve communication among girls, their parents and teachers regarding menstrual abnormalities as these can have impact on adolescents’ physical and mental wellbeing.
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Dr. Sailaja Gollakota, Naga Anudeep M
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