Menstrual pattern of Adolescence

Abstract

OBJECTIVE:
This analysis helps to find out the pattern of menstruation among college students in Tamilnadu India.
Materials and Methods:
In this cross-sectional study, a survey was conducted in various colleges in Dindigul District. These questionnaires
were based on socioeconomic data, menarche, menstrual cycle flow, and their perception of menstruation.
Results:
The age of menarche was 77.7% of the students attaining earlier (9-12). Dysmenorrhea (65%), premenstrual syndrome
(PMS) (71.2%), and irregular cycles (33.8%) were found to be common problems among teenagers.
Conclusion:
Adolescents need to be educated about menstrual health and menstrual disorder.