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Menstrual education for girls- Dr. Vikas Chothe
This document discusses key aspects of menstrual health and hygiene. It describes the female reproductive system and explains the three key stages of the menstrual cycle: ovulation, thickening of the womb lining, and menstrual bleeding. Common physical and mental health issues during menstruation are outlined, including cramps, bloating, mood swings, and premenstrual syndrome. A variety of sanitary products for managing menstrual flow are mentioned. The document concludes by noting signs that warrant a medical consultation, such as severe pain limiting activity or excessive/prolonged bleeding.
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- 1. Menstrual Health andHygiene -Dr. Supriya Shah (BAMS, PGDEMS, DYA) â nLiten yourself â Feb 2012
- 2. Key stages inlife infancy childhood adolescence adulthood.
- 3. Changes in adolescentgirls:
- 4. The female reproductivesystem Fallopian tube Clitoris Ovary Womb lining (endometrium) Womb (uterus) Cervix Vagina Inner lip Vaginal opening Anus Pubic hair Outer lip Opening for urine
- 5. X 1. Ovulation 2. Thickening of the womb lining 3. Menstrual bleeding (period) The menstrual cycle Usually around 28 days long, but can range from 23 to 35 days . Egg
- 6. Physical health issues:Skin problems: Acne Menstrual problems: Pre-menstrual syndrome Menstrual cramps
- 7. Feelings during mensesâŠAbdominal cramps
- 8. Weight gain andbloating
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- 10. Swollen or painfulbreasts
- 11. Mental/behavioral health issues Overly concerned about the looks Irritable behavior, depression
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- 15. Short temper âŠIf these symptoms occur usually a week before menstruation and are severe, it is called premenstrual syndrome (PMS)
- 16. Some ways tocope sanitary napkins Menstrual Cups
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- 18. Cloth pads areanother alternative..
- 19. When to visita doctor ?... Dysmenorrhoea â If menstruation is painful that is severe enough to limit normal activity or requires medication. Menorrhagia - Excessive (>5-6 tsp. per day) uterine bleeding Prolonged (>7days) regular If any discharge that is colored, has strong odor, or itches call a doctorâŠ
- 20. Amenorrhea Amenorrhea isthe absence of menstruation. Absence of menses by age 14 without secondary sexual development. Absence of menses for 6 months in a previously menstruating female.
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