Menstrual hygiene management among reproductive-aged women with disabilities in Bangladesh.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Women with disabilities in low- and middle-income countries face unique challenges in managing menstruation, affecting their health, dignity, and quality of life.

Aim

This study aimed to explore menstrual hygiene management (MHM) practices among reproductive-aged women with disabilities in Bangladesh and its impact on social participation.

Methods

We analyzed data from 51,535 women from the 2019 Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS). The outcome variables were: (i) material used to manage blood flow while menstruating (appropriate, inappropriate), (ii) availability of a private place for washing and changing menstruation rags (yes, no), and (iii) impact on attendance of social activities, school, or work during menstruation (yes, no). Disability status w

SUBMITTER: Khan MN 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11486909 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature