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Abnormal uterine bleeding and the impact on the quality of life of women treated at a specialized unit in Amazonas
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Keywords

Abnormal uterine bleeding
Quality of life
Women's health

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Abnormal uterine bleeding and the impact on the quality of life of women treated at a specialized unit in Amazonas. (2021). Electronic Journal Collection Health, 13(5), e7364. https://doi.org/10.25248/reas.e7364.2021

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Abstract

Objective: To analyze the epidemiological profile and the impact of abnormal uterine bleeding (AUB) on the quality of life of patients seen with this symptom, at a gynecology outpatient clinic, in the city of Manaus, from June to December 2020. Methods: Observational, cross-sectional and prospective study; data regarding the identification, epidemiological profile and characterization of bleeding obtained by a closed questionnaire was tabulated, analyzed in SPSS and organized in tables and graphs in Excel. Results: 60 patients with AUB were attended, the majority between 40 and 50 years of age (45%), finished middle schooling (50%), ethnically brown (78.3%), born and hailing from Manaus (58,3% and 86.7%) with an average family income of R$ 1,925. Symptoms evolved over an average of 11.5 months. 50% classified the change in their menstrual pattern as increased flow. 56% rated their quality of life between fair and very poor. 46.7% reported the impact of bleeding on a daily basis and 58.3% reported interference in sexual life. Conclusion: AUB interferes negatively in the quality of life of women with a greater emphasis on sexual and social life. Most women with AUB have increased menstrual flow. It is necessary to develop an individualized and comprehensive approach to resolutive treatment.

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