Diagnóstico y tratamiento de las alteraciones menstruales en la adolescente

Abstract

The onset of the menstrual cycle is one of a series of physiological changes that can lead to the appearance of disorders that commonly occur during adolescence, usually in the first two years after menarche, and depending on the clinical implications, repercussions and evolution, can affect the quality of life of the adolescent and adult woman, which is why it is necessary to identify the cause and the appropriate approach; for this purpose, the following literature review is conducted. OBJECTIVE: Determine the diagnosis and treatment of menstrual disorders in adolescent girls by reviewing scientific articles published during the last five years. MATERIALS AND METHODS: By using databases of scientific articles based on scientific evidence such as: PubMed, Elsevier, Google Scholar, a search was made for articles published during the last five years in high impact journals in the World Ranking of quartile I and II. CONCLUSIONS: Based on the bibliographical review carried out, it was determined that menstrual disorders in adolescents require multidisciplinary management, which allows meeting the needs from the medical point of view and involves the family group and thus improve the quality of life of the girls. teenagers. These disorders are due to environmental factors such as stress, physical exercise, weight, diet, and generally during the first two years, after the appearance of the first menstrual bleeding, because the hormonal system is not fully developed.