Research Journal of Medical Sciences
ISSN: Online 1993-6095ISSN: Print 1815-9346
204
Views
6
Downloads
Abstract
Thyroid dysfunction is known to affect various aspects of reproductive health, including menstrual regularity. This study aimed to compare the prevalence and types of menstrual dysfunctions in women diagnosed with hypothyroidism versus those with hyperthyroidism. This cross‐sectional, observational study involved 100 women of reproductive age, divided equally into two groups based on their diagnosis of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Participants were recruited from a tertiary care hospital’s Department of Gynecology. Data on demographic characteristics, medical history, detailed menstrual history and thyroid function test results were collected through structured questionnaires and review of medical records. The types of menstrual dysfunction assessed included amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea, menorrhagia and irregular cycles. The study found that 70% of women with hypothyroidism reported menstrual irregularities, compared to 50% of those with hyperthyroidism. Oligomenorrhea was the most common dysfunction in the hypothyroidism group (40%), while irregular cycles were more prevalent in the hyperthyroidism group (42%). Amenorrhea was observed in 16% of the hypothyroid group and 8% of the hyperthyroid group, whereas menorrhagia was reported by 24 and 20% of the participants, respectively. Thyroid function tests confirmed the diagnosis of hypo‐ or hyperthyroidism in all participants. Our findings highlight a significant association between thyroid dysfunction and menstrual irregularities, with distinct patterns observed between hypothyroid and hyperthyroid women. These results underscore the need for healthcare providers to carefully monitor menstrual health in women with thyroid disorders and consider the impact of thyroid function in the management of menstrual dysfunctions.
How to cite this article:
Sinduri Chennapatni, Ch. Padma, Jasvitha Nadella and Gajjavelli Anusha. A Comparative Study of Menstrual Dysfunctions in Women with Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism‐An Institutional Study.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.36478/10.59218/makrjms.2022.4.83.87
URL: https://www.makhillpublications.co/view-article/1815-9346/10.59218/makrjms.2022.4.83.87