Underdiagnosed Menorrhagia in Adolescents is Associated with Underdiagnosed Anemia

摘要: Objective To test the hypothesis that adolescent girls with menorrhagia rarely seek medical attention. Study design A total of 705 attended a lecture on menorrhagia, completed an initial anonymous questionnaire, and were asked to participate in more comprehensive study comprising detailed bleeding pictorial blood loss assessment chart, tests. Results 105 adolescents (15%) reported they had heavy periods questionnaire. Among 94 who full 34 (36%; 95% CI, 26.5%-46.7%). Almost one-third (11 34) these did not perceive having according their response Menorrhagia was related age, years since menarche, or family history menorrhagia. 62 consented testing, 6 anemia (9.6%; 3.6%-19.6%), all whom symptoms. Conclusion Using standardized questionnaires, we able identify associated anemia. Importantly, some aware and/or Screening programs for schools could result better detection among consequent appropriate referral consultation.