Dysmenorrhea, intermenstrual bleeding, menstrual flow volume changes, and irregularities following COVID-19 vaccination and the association with vaccine skepticism: A retrospective observational study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

COVID-19 vaccines have provided fertile ground for research, especially with the unprecedented spread of misinformation about this disease and its vaccines. Among women, one of the most frequently reported side effects of the vaccine has been menstrual disturbance.

Objective

To investigate the perceived impact of COVID-19 vaccines on the menstrual cycle. In addition, the research seeks to identify factors that could predispose certain individuals to experience these effects, thereby contributing to a deeper understanding of the interplay between vaccines and menstrual health.

Design

We conducted a retrospective observational cross-sectional study.

Methods

Any woman of menstruating age who received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and current

SUBMITTER: Khan GA 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10652665 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jan-Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature