STUDY ON EVALUATION OF CAUSES OF MENSTRUAL PROBLEMS IN ADOLESCENT GIRLS ATTENDING OPD IN TERTIARY CARE CENTRE
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Adolescent girls, Menorrhagia, Menstrual problems
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Menstruation is a natural biological process and an integral part of the female reproductive system, signifying a transition from girlhood to womanhood. Adolescent girls, typically aged between 10 and 19 years, often experience a variety of menstrual problems that can affect their physical, psychological, and social well-being
METHODOLOGY: This is a prospective observational study done at a tertiary care hospital- Government Maternity Hospital (GMH), Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India. 100 adolescent girls attending OPD were included in the study. Demographic details, medical & menstrual history were obtained in detail. They were examined. Blood samples collected and sent for investigations.
RESULTS: 12% of the study population suffering with thyroid abnormalities majority being hypothyroid.79% presented with normal USG findings. PCOS is the common abnormality that was observed. Most common etiological factor identified was anovulatory cycles. Comprehensive evaluation of adolescent girls experiencing menorrhagia at the earliest signs is very important to initiate effective treatment strategies and prevent the onset of anemia and its associated health issues.
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Dr.E.S.Revathi
Postgraduate, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, S.V.Medical College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
Dr.T.Prathibha Sravanthi
Associate Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, S.V.Medical College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India
Dr.D.Deepa
Assistant Professor, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, S.V.Medical College, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, India