Empowering Post-Menopausal Women: An In-Depth Exploration of Quality of Life, Menopause Awareness, and Attitudes

doi:10.5281/zenodo.13705238

International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Research

2024, Volume-5, Issue-5 doi: 10.5281/zenodo.13705238

Original Research Article

Empowering Post-Menopausal Women: An In-Depth Exploration of Quality of Life, Menopause Awareness, and Attitudes

Monika Garhwal , Raksha H. S, Sakshi Sharma, Pooja Choudhary

DOI : 10.5281/zenodo.13705238

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Sept. 6, 2024

Abstract

Introduction: Menopause, defined as 12 consecutive months without menstruation, is a major milestone for women. With increasing life expectancy in India, focusing on menopause health, developing resources, and educating women about symptoms and treatments is essential. The Menopause-Specific Quality of Life Questionnaire (MENQOL) assesses the impact of menopause on quality of life, highlighting the need for better knowledge and a positive attitude for improved health outcomes. Methodology: This cross-sectional descriptive study, conducted at SMS Medical College, Jaipur, used the MEN-QOL questionnaire to evaluate menopausal women. Results: The average age of menopause was found to be 48.5 ± 4.4 years. Rural women reported physical symptoms (76%) as most bothersome, while urban women experienced vasomotor symptoms (66%) more prominently. The study revealed a significant knowledge gap among postmenopausal women.Conclusion: The research indicated that inadequate knowledge and mindset regarding menopause adversely affected women's quality of life. Thus, improving education and attitudes about menopause is crucial.

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