Analysis of the health status and self care needs of perimenopausal women in Huoqiu County
Objective To analyze the health status and self-care needs of perimenopausal women in Huoqiu County.Methods A questionnaire survey was conducted on 445 perimenopausal women in our county,and the survey data was statistically analyzed.Results 60.45%(269/445)of 445 women experienced one or more perimenopausal symptoms.The highest incidence of perimenopausal symptoms is insomnia and hot flashes and sweating,followed by emotional fluctuations and irritability,and then headache.There is a statistically significant difference in the incidence of seven symptoms,including insomnia,hot flashes,and sweating,among different age groups(P<0.05).The level of emphasis on perimenopausal health knowledge,reasonable diet,and low salt,low-fat,and low sugar diet vary significantly among different age groups(P<0.05).There is a significant difference in the level of emphasis on perimenopausal health knowledge among different age groups(P<0.05).Regular exercise(≥ 3 times per week)is the most commonly used self-care method for women,and there are significant differences among age groups in a reasonable diet,low salt,low-fat,and low sugar diet(P<0.05).The highest level of knowledge needed for perimenopausal health is related to the prevention and treatment of common chronic diseases,followed by knowledge on diet,nutrition,and exercise guidance.There is a significant difference in the need for perimenopausal health knowledge among different ages(P<0.05).Conclusion In response to the reproductive health problems and health needs of perimenopausal women in Huoqiu County,it is necessary to strengthen perimenopausal health interventions to reduce the risk and danger of perimenopausal diseases and ensure women's health and safety.