Disturbed Sleep Haunts Over Half of Menstruating Women
According to a recent survey conducted by a prominent feminine hygiene brand, menstrual hygiene concerns have come to the forefront for women during their periods. Among the top worries, disturbed sleep during menstruation was reported by more than half of the women surveyed, with 53.2 per cent expressing difficulties in getting sound sleep during the first two days of their periods.
Spotting Woes While Asleep: A Cause of Concern for Majority
The survey further revealed that 67.5 per cent of women are troubled by the possibility of spotting during their periods while asleep at night. This concern adds to the challenges women face in managing their menstrual hygiene effectively and comfortably.
Menstrual Cramps: A Common Pain for Over Half of Women
Addressing another significant concern, the survey showed that 57.3 per cent of women experienced moderate to severe menstrual cramps. For many women, menstrual pain can significantly impact their daily routines and overall well-being, highlighting the need for better menstrual health management.
Public Toilets Pose a Hygiene Dilemma
The survey brought attention to a prevalent issue – women’s hesitation to change sanitary pads in public toilets. An alarming 62.2 per cent of women admitted to either never or rarely changing a sanitary pad in public places such as office restrooms, malls, or cinema halls. Additionally, 74.6 per cent of women feel uncomfortable about changing their sanitary pads in public toilets due to concerns about hygiene.
Fear of UTIs Linked to Unsanitary Toilets
According to the survey findings, 88.3 per cent of women believe that dirty public toilets can be a source of persistent urinary tract infections (UTIs). The fear of contracting UTIs adds to the challenge of maintaining menstrual hygiene while outside the comfort of home.
Survey Insights on Onset Age and Duration of Periods
Apart from addressing specific menstrual hygiene concerns, the survey also shed light on the average age of onset and duration of periods among women. While 79.3 per cent of women respondents reported having their first period at the age of 12 years or older, 63.1 per cent said they knew girls who started menstruating at a much younger age, with 37.5 per cent of them being 11 years old or younger.
Debunking ‘Those Five Days’: Varying Period Lengths Revealed
The survey questioned the commonly used phrase ‘those five days,’ as only 30.3 per cent of women reported having periods for five days in a month. A substantial 22.8 per cent experienced periods lasting three days or less, while 1.8 per cent dealt with periods lasting more than eight days each month.
The survey, which received participation from nearly 6,000 menstruating women aged between 18 to 35 years from various cities, has provided crucial insights into menstrual hygiene concerns and practices among women.
