Menstrual Hygiene-related Experiences and Practices

Menstruation-Related Knowledge

Chi-Square Tests

N (384)

Yes (%)

No (%)

Pearson Chi-Square

df

p-value

[Asymptotic Significance (2-sided)]

Use disposable sanitary napkins

384

23 (5.99)

361 (94.01)

28.003

6

0.0001

Use parts/pieces of old cloths

384

360 (93.75)

24 (6.25)

28.003

6

0.0001

Main sources of information about menstrual hygiene

384

275 (71.61)

109 (28.39)

41.880

15

0.000

Neighbor

75 (19.5)

40 (10.42)

35 (9.08)

Health worker

128 (33.3)

99 (25.78)

29 (7.52)

Social Media-Facebook

38 (9.9)

28 (7.29)

10 (2.61)

Community Clinic

80 (20.8)

61 (15.89)

19 (4.91)

Television

38 (9.9)

21 (5.47)

17 (4.43)

Health Magazine/Workshop/Training

35 (9.1)

22 (5.73)

13 (3.37)

Emotional Reactions during Menstruation

384

359 (93.49)

25 (6.51)

46.588

15

0.000

Fear

214 (55.7)

203 (52.86)

11 (2.84)

Embarrassment and Discomfort

135 (35.2)

129 (33.59)

6 (1.16)

Multiple reactions

35 (9.1)

27 (7.03)

8 (2.07)

During menstruation, uncleanliness can increase the risk of an infection or bacteria-related diseases

384

213 (55.5)

171 (44.5)

14.456

9

0.107

Personal menstrual hygiene can reduce the risk of contracting reproductive tract infections.

384

238 (62.0)

146 (38.0)

4. 474

3

0.215

Seek advice from doctors about menstruation-related problems

384

150 (39.1)

234 (60.9)

12.714

3

0.005

Follow socio-cultural taboos during menstruation

384

214 (55.7)

170 (44.3)

46.588

15

0.000