Development of a validated instrument on socio-cultural and religious influences during menstruation in Malaysia

• Main Authors: Chew, Keng Sheng, Wong, Shirly Siew Ling, Ahmad Khairi, Hassan, Kian, Ee Po, Norizzati, Zulkhairi, Nurul Ammiera Lyieanna, Yusman
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Malaysian Medical Association 2021
• Subjects: H Social Sciences (General); HQ The family. Marriage. Woman; RA Public aspects of medicine; RG Gynecology and obstetrics
• Online Access: http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/36606/1/Chew%20Keng%20Sheng.pdf; http://ir.unimas.my/id/eprint/36606/; http://www.e-mjm.org/

Introduction: Although menstruation is a physiological process, it is shrouded with socio-cultural and religious beliefs. Healthcare providers should be aware that these influences may affect how women perceive their menstrual disorders. The primary objective of this study was to develop a validated...