Publications by authors named "Aparna Stephen"
Lancet Glob Health
November 2023
Article Synopsis
- Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a significant health issue in low-income and middle-income countries (LMICs), with a study conducted on 6626 women showing a high prevalence rate of 48.6%.
- The SAMANTA scale, a tool used to measure HMB, was validated and showed that prevalence varies across regions, with Kathmandu reporting the highest rate at 77.6%.
- Women experiencing HMB reported poorer physical health and increased fatigue during their menstrual periods, highlighting the need for more focused healthcare solutions for this condition in LMICs.
