Health problems among menopausal women in Udupi district (Karnataka).
Menopause among women, occurring in middle age, brings in its wake, a set of health problems that needs to be handled distinctly by the care givers. A study undertaken to determine the magnitude of health problems in Udupi district of Karnataka included 100 menopausal women in the age group 45-55 years, 50 each from urban and rural pockets. Using demographic proforma, modified socio-economic scale and structured interview schedule as tools, it was concluded that menopausal health problems were more common in women in rural areas than in their urban counterparts: they were also less articulate and less aware about managing or preventing menopausal health problems.
Canara College of Nursing, Prafull Enclave, Halady Road, Kundapur, Udupi, Karnataka.
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D016009:Chi-Square Distribution; D003710:Demography; D005260:Female; D006304:Health Status; D006801:Humans; D007194:India / Q000453:epidemiology; D008593:Menopause; D008875:Middle Aged