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ArticleBMC public health2023

Assessment of prevalence and factors affecting Mastalgia among early reproductive-aged women in Bangladesh: a cross-sectional survey.

Abu Bakkar Siddique, Sudipto Deb Nath, Mahfuza Mubarak, Amena Akter, Sanjida Mehrin, Mst Jemi Hkatun, Antara Parvine Liza, Md Saiful Islam, M Ziaul Amin, Most Zannatul Ferdous

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Abu Bakkar SiddiqueDepartment of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh. abubakkarsamrat1010@gmail.com.ORCID 0000-0002-1573-8281
Sudipto Deb NathArmy Medical College Jashore, Jashore, 7403, Bangladesh.
Mahfuza MubarakDepartment of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh.
Amena AkterDepartment of Agriculture, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujibur Rahman Science & Technology University, Gopalganj, Dhaka, 8100, Bangladesh.
Sanjida MehrinDepartment of Political Studies, Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, Sylhet, 3114, Bangladesh.
Mst Jemi HkatunDepartment of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh.
Antara Parvine LizaShahjalal University of Science & Technology, Sylhet, 3114, Bangladesh.
Md Saiful IslamDepartment of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh.
M Ziaul AminDepartment of Genetic Engineering & Biotechnology, Jashore University of Science & Technology, Jashore, 7408, Bangladesh.
Most Zannatul FerdousDepartment of Public Health and Informatics, Jahangirnagar University, Savar, Dhaka, 1342, Bangladesh.
Jahangirnagar University · BDBangladesh Centre for Advanced Studies · BDShahjalal University of Science and Technology · BDGopalganj Science and Technology University · BD

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

backgroundMastalgia, or breast pain, is a prevalent and distressing condition experienced by women, impacting their daily lives and causing complications. It is common among women of reproductive age, with associations found with premenstrual syndrome, fibrocystic breast disease, psychological distress, and, in rare cases, breast cancer. While Western societies have high frequencies of Mastalgia, it is less diagnosed in Asian cultures including Bangladesh. This study aimed to investigate the prevalence and factors associated with Mastalgia among early reproductive-aged women in Bangladesh.

methodsA cross-sectional survey was conducted, and data were collected from different regions of the country. A convenience sampling method was used to take 1,214 participants for the study. A pre-tested semi-structured questionnaire was used to collect data. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were conducted to ascertain factors that were significantly associated with Mastalgia. The data were analyzed using the SPSS software 26 version.

resultsAll the participants were female (mean age: 22.87 ± 2.64 years; age ranges: 18-35 years). The prevalence of Mastalgia was found to be 35.5%. The study was conducted using a self-reported semi-structured questionnaire. Participants with a higher education level and higher income were more likely to experience Mastalgia. A family history of breast cancer and severe abdominal pain during menstruation were also identified as associated factors for Mastalgia (p < 0.05).

conclusionsThis study enhances our understanding of Mastalgia in Bangladesh, offering insights for healthcare and policy. Further research is required to uncover its root causes and develop effective interventions. The study highlights the prevalence of mastalgia and its related factors, emphasizing the necessity for increased awareness and support for affected women.

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Breast NeoplasmsMastodyniaAdolescentAdultBangladeshCross-Sectional StudiesFemaleHumansPrevalenceYoung AdultBangladeshEarly-reproductive ageFamily historyMastalgiaPrevalence, risk factors

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