scholarly journals A study on awareness of cervical cancer among women of reproductive age group in urban slums of old Hubli, Karnataka, India

2016 ◽  
pp. 2579-2583 ◽  
Author(s):  
Geeta Bathija ◽  
Shreya Mallesh ◽  
Madhavi Gajula
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Urban Slums ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

scholarly journals Knowledge and attitude about sexually transmitted infections among women in reproductive age group residing in the urban slums

2016 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 20 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prajna Sharma ◽  
Mayur S. Sherkhane
Keyword(s):  
Urban Slums ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Care Hospital ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Unprotected Sexual Intercourse ◽  
Sexually Transmitted ◽  
Major Mode ◽  
Knowledge And Attitude ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

Background: Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are group of disease primarily affecting sexually active population and has lead to a major public health problem in the reproductive age group (15-45 years), which are largely acquired through sexual act or close contact with genitals leading to potentially devastating effects. Aims and Objectives: To assess the knowledge and attitude towards STDs among women of reproductive age group residing in urban slums and also to provide an insight to the reproductive and sexual health needs through health education sessions.Methods: It is a community based cross sectional study and was conducted in the urban slums attached to a tertiary care hospital. House to house survey was done and women of reproductive age group residing in urban slums were selected and data was collected using predesigned and pretested proforma.  Results: A total of 180 women were enrolled, of which 87.78% opined blood transfusion as major mode of transmission and 86.11% as unprotected sexual intercourse. 32.78% women told that fever is the commonest symptom, followed by menstrual irregularities (38.89%). 72.78% told that STDs can be diagnosed by blood examination. 32.78% opined that STDs can be prevented by using condoms and 27.22% told by giving sex education. 68.89% were willing to get screened for STDs. Overall literates were more aware about STDs compared to illiterates (p<0.001)Conclusions:Information, Education and Communication (IEC) activities should be promoted, so that it reaches the mass at a negligible cost. 

scholarly journals Cytological screening for cervical cancer in women of reproductive age group

2017 ◽  
Vol 6 (12) ◽  
pp. 5464
Author(s):  
Swati Mittal ◽  
Anagha J. Kamath
Keyword(s):  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Pap Smear ◽  
Age Distribution ◽  
Malignant Neoplasm ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Cervix Uteri ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Pap Smear Screening ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

Background: Cervical cancer is a malignant neoplasm arising from cells of cervix uteri. It is the second most common cancer among women worldwide, affecting about 16 per 1,00,000 women each year.Methods: A cross sectional study of 400 women of reproductive age group (21-49 years) attending Lady Goschen Hospital and KMC Hospital, Attavar, Mangalore was conducted, and women were screened for the presence of cervical cancer by Pap smear. The results were analyzed with respect to age distribution, age at marriage, parity, symptoms and per-speculum findings. Pregnant women and women with active infection of the genital tract were excluded from the study population.Results: The age range was 21 to 49 years. Mean age was 38.14 years. Of the 400 women, 398 were married and majority of these, 237 (59.5%), got married between 21-25 years. Menstrual irregularity was the most common presenting symptom, 150/400 (37.5%). Abnormal per speculum findings were seen in 102/400 (25.5%). 17 of 400 Pap smears were abnormal, of which 1 (0.25%) was AG-FN, 2 ASCUS (0.5%), 3 (0.75%) ASC-H, 1 (0.25%) LSIL, 7 (1.75%) HSIL and 3 (0.75%) SCC. Mean age for cancer cervix patients was 42.33 years.Conclusions: Pap smear screening, which appears to be the most feasible and affordable mode for control of carcinoma cervix in developing countries like India, should be carried out in all women of reproductive age group.

scholarly journals A study on unhealthy cervix and its risk factors among currently married women of reproductive age group attending an urban health centre of Kolkata

2019 ◽  
Vol 6 (5) ◽  
pp. 2133
Author(s):  
Aparajita Dasgupta ◽  
Rabindra Nath Sinha ◽  
Bobby Paul ◽  
Lina Bandhopadhay ◽  
Rajarshi Banerjee ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Cervical Cancer ◽  
Urban Health ◽  
Health Centre ◽  
Married Women ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Training Centre ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

Background: Cancer of cervix is the third most common cancer in women in India accounting for 21.7% of cancer deaths among women. Unhealthy cervix, characterized by presence of any abnormal growth, ulcer, or vasculature, is a clinically detectable early stage in the life history of cervical cancer. Very few studies have been conducted to determine risk factors of unhealthy cervix.Methods: A clinic-based cross-sectional study was conducted among currently married women of reproductive age group attending Urban Health Unit and Training Centre, Chetla, Kolkata. A total of 189 women attending the clinic was selected using systematic random sampling method was who were interviewed and examined using pre-designed pre-tested schedule. Analysis was done using (SPSS version 16).Results: Among 189 women, 45.5% were diagnosed with unhealthy cervix. Hierarchical logistic regression showed that educational status, PCI, frequency of cleaning external genitalia and extramarital relationship of the spouse were significantly associated with unhealthy cervical condition.Conclusions: Most of the risk factors of unhealthy cervix are behavioral and modifiable. Health education and behaviour change communication of women of reproductive age group would help in reducing their morbidity as well as mortality from cervix related conditions that includes cervical cancer.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Goiter and Associated Factors among Women of Reproductive Age Group in Demba Gofa Woreda, Gamo Gofa Zone, Southwest Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 ◽  
pp. 1-9
Author(s):  
Befikaduwa Zekarias ◽  
Frehiwot Mesfin ◽  
Bezatu Mengiste ◽  
Adane Tesfaye ◽  
Lemma Getacher
Keyword(s):  
Logistic Regression ◽  
Iodine Deficiency ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Sampling Technique ◽  
Iodized Salt ◽  
Reproductive Age ◽  
Age Group ◽  
Women Of Reproductive Age ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Reproductive Age Group

Background. Iodine deficiency disorder is a major public health problem in Ethiopia that is more common in women of reproductive age. However, it is not well addressed and there is a lack of information on its prevalence and associated factors in women of reproductive age group. Therefore, the objective of this study was to assess goiter prevalence and associated factors among women of reproductive age in the Demba Gofa woreda, Gamo Gofa Zone, Southwest Ethiopia. Methods. A community-based cross-sectional study was used among 584 randomly selected women in the reproductive age group from February 05 to April 20, 2016. A simple random sampling technique was used to select the study kebeles, and a systematic random sampling technique was used to select the study samples. Data were collected through a pretested questionnaire, and the goiter examination was done clinically for each participant. The collected data were coded and entered into a computer for statistical analysis using EpiData version 3.2 and analyzed using SPSS version 20. Variables with a P value ≤0.25 in bivariate logistic regression analysis were entered into multivariate logistic regression analysis, and finally, variables with a P value <0.05 in multivariate logistic regression were considered significantly associated with the dependent variable. Results. The total goiter rate was 43%, 95% CI = 39.2–46.9. Cassava consumption (AOR: 2.02, 95% CI: 1.03–4), salt wash before use (AOR: 3.14, 95% CI: 1.1–11.3), salt use after >2 months of purchase (AOR: 11, 95% CI: 5–26), family history of goiter (AOR: 4.6, 95% CI: 1.4–15.8), and poor knowledge of iodized salt (AOR: 2.7, 95% CI: 1.4–5.5) were significant factors associated with goiter. Conclusion. Iodine deficiency was found to be severe in women of reproductive age in the study area. This showed that women of reproductive age, especially during pregnancy, are exposed to iodine deficiency and its adverse effects at delivery. Thus, they need urgent supplementation with iodine, improved access to foods rich in iodine, and intake of iodized salt. Additionally, health education should focus on the importance of iodized salt, the proper method of use, and the prevention of iodine deficiency, which are highly recommended to minimize the problem.

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