DOI: 10.36347/sjams.2016.v04i12.067

Pages: 4541-4546

Introduction: Menopause is characterized by the cessation of menstruation for 12 months or the end of ovarian function, leading to permanent amenorrhea. The purpose of the study was to assess the knowledge, attitude, and symptoms of menopause among post-menopausal women attending the gynecology outpatient department in a tertiary care hospital in Bangladesh. Aim of the study: The aim of the study was to evaluate the knowledge, attitude, and symptoms of menopause among post-menopausal women attending the gynecology outpatient department in a tertiary care hospital in Bangladesh. Methods: This prospective observational study was conducted in the Department of Gynecology at Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib Medical University (BSMMU), Dhaka, from June 1, 2015, to May 31, 2016, enrolling 150 postmenopausal women. Data were collected using a pre-tested questionnaire on demographics, knowledge, attitudes towards menopause, and symptoms. Analysis was performed using SPSS version 22.0, utilizing descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. Result: The mean age of participants was 58.26 ± 6.26 years, with 30.0% aged 56–60 years and 52.7% married. Among unemployed participants, 77.52% correctly identified the cause of menopause, compared to 24.24% of employed participants (p < 0.05). Physical and mental exhaustion and joint discomfort were the most common symptoms, affecting 85.4% of participants. Additionally, 53.6% expressed a negative attitude towards menopause, with weakness and weight gain being significant concerns. Conclusion: Improving knowledge and attitudes about menopause through targeted education is essential for enhancing the quality of life among post-menopausal women.