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RESEARCH ARTICLE

Correlation of Anthropometry and Nutritional Assessment with Menstrual Cycle Patterns

GS Jyothi, Apeksha Kumar, Nandagudi S Murthy

Keywords : Anthropometry, BMI, Cross sectional study, Irregular menstruation, Nutrition

Citation Information : Jyothi G, Kumar A, Murthy NS. Correlation of Anthropometry and Nutritional Assessment with Menstrual Cycle Patterns. J South Asian Feder Obs Gynae 2018; 10 (4):263-269.

DOI: 10.5005/jp-journals-10006-1603

License: CC BY-NC 4.0

Published Online: 01-10-2018

Copyright Statement:  Copyright © 2018; The Author(s).


Abstract

Aim: The objective of this study was to create awareness about the significance of the various anthropometric measurements and nutritional status on menstrual cycle and to evaluate and scrutinize the association between various anthropometric measurements like body mass index (BMI), mid-upper arm circumference (MUAC), waist–hip ratio, triceps skin-fold thickness with menstrual cycle patterns. Materials and methods: Three hundred adult females belonging to age group between 18 years and 24 years studying in Ramaiah Health Institutions were included. The questionnaire was forward to the subject and relevant details elicited. Anthropometric assessment and thorough general physical examination (GPE) were done and categorized into various groups as per the standards proposed by the World Health Organization (WHO). Results: Out of the 300 subjects, 61.3% belonged to total normal weight, 22.9% underweight and 15.8% overweight. 83.7% belonged to the upper class and 16.3% upper middle class. The mean age of menarche was 12.77 years. The prevalence of irregular menstrual cycle was 35.7%. The prevalence of pubertal menorrhagia was 23.7%. Total 22% had high waist circumference and 2.9% high waist to hip ratio. According to the mid upper arm circumference, 3.7% were malnourished and 31.3% over-nourished Amongst those with a normal BMI, 62.8% had normal menstrual cycle length and amongst them, 37.2% had a longer menstrual cycle. 74.3% had dysmenorrhea. 60.3% of the women had abnormal BMI in which 8.7% were underweight and 51.6% overweight. 74.3% had dysmenorrhea. Less than 36% had an irregular menstrual cycle. Conclusion: Women have to maintain normal BMI and engage in regular physical activity to regulate their menstrual cycle which is a determinant of women's health. Findings of the present study have greater value for irregular menstruation. Clinical significance: Most of the parameters analyzed were statistically significant and have derived the implications that both nutrition and anthropometry play an important role in regulating the menstrual cycle patterns.


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