This presentation was prepared for a school health program we conducted during our Community Health Diagnosis (CHD). Hope you all will find it useful.

1. MENSTRUAL HYGIENE
School Health Program
Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences
8th Batch
Group B

2. What is menstruation?
Menstruation is the periodic discharge of blood and cells from the
lining of the uterus in unfertilized females of humans and primates.

3. Menstrual cycle
• Length of a normal menstrual
cycle= 28 days
• Bleeding time=4 to 7 days

4. First experience
• Fear
• Shame
• Embarrassment

5. Problems faced
• Pain
• Heaviness in abdomen
• Severe cramps
• Restrictions of movement
• Hygiene problems
• Infection
• Anemia
• Lethargy

6. Challenges
• Lack of safe and private spaces for MHM(Menstrual Health
Management)
• Lack of information on MHM
• Embarrassment and anxiety
• Overcrowding and lack of privacy
• Cultural taboos or restrictions on MHM

7. Menstrual hygiene
(According to UNICEF)
• Social support
• Knowledge and skills
• Facilities and services
• Materials

8. Materials used during periods..

9. Menstrual hygiene tips
• Change your pad frequently
• Try to use cotton sanitary pads
• Clean reusable pads properly
• Keep your vaginal area clean
• Wear comfortable, clean underwear
• Use the right washing technique
• Use the correct washing technique

10. Menstrual hygiene tips
• Discard used
sanitary products
properly
• Consult a
Gynaecologist , if
necessary

12. How to make your own pad?

18. THANK
YOU !!