An epidemiological study to find out the prevalence of RTI/STI and various factors associated with it among ever married women of reproductive age group in an urban slum community of Mumbai

Bote, Mangala M.; A.G., Dr.Shenoy

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“…13 Among 153 respondents with gynecological morbidity, highest prevalence 46.3% was seen among women aged 31-40 years, and least prevalence 28.1% was seen among those aged below 20 years. 14,15 In this study highest prevalence 43.8% of gynecological morbidity was reported among Muslims followed by 41.9% among Christians and least prevalence 33.3% was reported among Hindus similar findings were also reported in studies conducted by Abraham et al in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala in the year 2012 and Aparajita et al in Kolkata in the year 2008. 11,16 We found that highest prevalence 45.8% of gynecological morbidity was found among illiterates and least prevalence 25% was found among respondents with literacy status graduates and above.…”

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Prevalence and socio-demographic determinants of gynecological morbidity among ever married women of reproductive age group in field practice area of Navodaya Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Raichur

Brunda¹,

Kalasker²,

Kurre³

2018

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: India has made rapid progress in social, economy and health sectors since independence and simultaneous dramatic changes in lifestyle and social roles for women, mortality rates have shifted, resulting in a decreasing advantage for women. Explaining the consequences of these dynamic changes requires understanding of the various health effects. In the future these changes will have significant impact on women’s health.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 400 ever married women of reproductive age group (15-49 years) residing in the urban field practice area of NMCH&RC. Study subjects were interviewed about gynecological morbidities experienced in the recent past 6 months. Blood samples were collected and hemoglobin estimation was done.Results: Out of the total 400 ever married women of reproductive age group (15-49 years), 153 women were found to have gynecological morbidity and the prevalence was found to be 38.3%. Statistically significant association was found among the prevalence of gynecological morbidity and variables like literacy status, occupation, age at marriage, age at menarche and type of family of respondents.Conclusions: Due to the traditional and social constrains, socio-cultural factors of study participants, limit their access to the health care and social support services, thereby providing an environment conducive to acquiring and transmitting RTI/STIs.

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Prevalence and socio-demographic determinants of gynecological morbidity among ever married women of reproductive age group in field practice area of Navodaya Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Raichur

Brunda¹,

Kalasker²,

Kurre³

2018

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Prevalence of Reproductive Tract Infections/Sexually Transmitted Infections and Their Determinants in Women of Reproductive Age Group, Attending STI Clinic at a Private Hospital Care Centre in Nanded District of Maharashtra State, India

Shaikh

2019

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Prevalence and risks of reproductive tract infections among women of urban slums in North India

Gupta

Singh

Saini

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Asian Pacific Journal of Reproduction

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Objective: To identify the prevalence, determinants of reproductive tract infection, and healthcare seeking behavior among ever married women of reproductive age residing in an urban slum of Faridabad, Haryana, North India. Methods: This community based cross-sectional study was conducted among ever married women aged between 15 and 49 years insured under employees state insurance scheme and residing in an urban slum of Faridabad. Simple random sampling technique was used to interview 149 eligible women using a predesigned structured questionnaire. Study variables included sociodemographic profile, family planning methods, menstrual absorbent usage, and symptoms of reproductive tract infection. Binary logistic regression was used to investigate the determinants of reproductive tract infection. Results: Of the women, 46.3% had at least one reproductive tract infection or sexually transmitted infection symptom and 28.9% among them sought treatment for the symptom. Vaginal discharge, itching (14.1%) and lower abdominal pain (30.2%) were the major symptoms reported. Non-usage of condoms as contraceptive was significantly associated with a higher rate of symptoms (50.4% vs. 20.0%). Abortion had a significantly high odds of having reproductive tract infection symptoms (aOR 3.71, 95% CI 1.59-8.62; P<0.01). Less frequent change in absorbent during menstruation was also reported to have a higher rate of symptoms. The majority of those who took treatment sought it from government or employees state insurance dispensary. 2% also went to faith healers. Conclusions: Nearly half of the study population have reproductive tract infection symptom. Abortions and non-usage of condom increase the risk of reproductive tract infection. Menstrual hygiene and condom usage are the significant interventions, which may reduce the prevalence of these symptoms.

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An epidemiological study to find out the prevalence of RTI/STI and various factors associated with it among ever married women of reproductive age group in an urban slum community of Mumbai

Cited by 3 publications

References 8 publications

Prevalence and socio-demographic determinants of gynecological morbidity among ever married women of reproductive age group in field practice area of Navodaya Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Raichur

Prevalence and socio-demographic determinants of gynecological morbidity among ever married women of reproductive age group in field practice area of Navodaya Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Raichur

Prevalence of Reproductive Tract Infections/Sexually Transmitted Infections and Their Determinants in Women of Reproductive Age Group, Attending STI Clinic at a Private Hospital Care Centre in Nanded District of Maharashtra State, India

Prevalence and risks of reproductive tract infections among women of urban slums in North India

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