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Menstrual dysfunction in athletes: assessment and treatment
Pediatric Nursing
|May 1, 1995
Summary
Exercise can disrupt menstrual cycles in female athletes, leading to bone loss and fractures. Nurses play a vital role in educating athletes, parents, and coaches on prevention and management strategies.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Women's Health
Background:
- Exercise-induced menstrual dysfunction (EIMD) affects a significant percentage of adolescent athletes.
- Amenorrhea in athletes can lead to irreversible bone mineral density loss and increased stress fracture risk.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the incidence and risks associated with EIMD in adolescent athletes.
- To emphasize the crucial role of nurses in educating stakeholders about EIMD.
Main Methods:
- Review of existing literature on exercise-induced menstrual dysfunction.
- Analysis of the consequences of amenorrhea in athletic populations.
Main Results:
- Incidence rates of EIMD range widely from 12% to 66% among adolescent athletes.
- Athletes experiencing amenorrhea face risks of significant bone density reduction and higher fracture rates.
Conclusions:
- Nurses must proactively educate parents, coaches, and athletes on managing exercise intensity, nutrition, and hormone replacement therapy.
- Early intervention and education are key to mitigating the long-term health consequences of EIMD.