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Challenges with menstruation for a child with special needs

Dr.Kavya Priya Vazrala

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Parents of girls with special needs may be fought with concerns and fears about the hardships associated with her monthly menstrual encounters. Following is a Guide on tips for managing periods for your special child. Read this before you consider any other surgical, alternative measures.

Extreme situations that may warrant considering medical/surgical considerations in your special child include:

  • Extreme (sometimes self-inflicting) behaviour changes
  • Physical inability to manage menstrual self-care
  • Cognitive difficulties that make the child completely dependent on the caregiver
  • Age and health situation of the primary caregiver who handles menstrual woes
  • Socio-economic strata to hire help in difficult situations

Some of these factors often push parents over the edge to consider an alternate course of action to improve their child’s, and their quality of life.

When met with such situations, parents must seek advice and consolation by interacting with parents in their support network and get medical advice from an experienced Gynaecologist before opting for permanent or surgical procedures of eliminating menstruation in their girl child.

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DISCLAIMER: Please note that this guide on managing periods for your special child is for information purposes only. Please consult a qualified health practitioner for safe management.

Menstrual blues are very common, and most women undergo this emotional journey in varying degrees. Learn how you can help your daughter come to terms with it. You might also find this article on Occupational therapy hacks for Menstruation in children with special needs helpful

 

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