Women with CKD may commonly experience abnormal menstruation and infertility
In a recent study, researchers shed light on the often overlooked intersection of female reproductive health and chronic kidney disease (CKD), emphasizing the impact on morbidity, mortality, and overall quality of life. While this link has remained relatively unexplored, the study sought to bridge this gap.
This mixed-methods study was conducted in two phases. The first phase featured an internet-based survey, running from October 4, 2021, to January 7, 2022. It included individuals between the ages of 18 and 50, diagnosed with CKD and possessing a uterus. In the second phase, semistructured interviews were offered to all respondents who completed the survey.
Of the 152 respondents, 98 met the inclusion criteria, hailing from three continents. Their CKD was attributed to various causes, with glomerulonephritis being predominant in nondialysis CKD and transplant patients. Most participants reported experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding, affecting 86% of dialysis, 94% of nondialysis CKD, and 100% of transplant patients.
Worryingly, less than half of the respondents were consistently able to afford period products. Condoms were the most frequently reported contraceptive method. Moreover, the majority of participants reported no contraceptive use, primarily due to "fear."
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