Menstrual pattern of Adolescence

Authors

  • Selvalakshmi S
  • Lakshmanan S

Keywords:

Adolescent,, menarche, menstrual abnormalities,, premenstrual syndrome

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.

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Published

2024-09-18

How to Cite

Selvalakshmi S, & Lakshmanan S. (2024). Menstrual pattern of Adolescence. The Bioscan, 19(Supplement 2), 127–129. Retrieved from https://thebioscan.com/index.php/pub/article/view/2378