Characteristics of menstruation in sickle cell disease

Authors

J. Samuels-Reid, The Center For Sickle Cell Disease
R. B. Scott, The Center For Sickle Cell Disease

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

1-1-1985

Abstract

The results of this preliminary study indicate that patients with sickle cell disease have shorter menstrual cycles than normal control subjects. Their periods last longer and are heavier, and they have a greater incidence of dysmenorrhea. This study provides some insight into the menstrual characteristics of these patients and, we hope, can contribute to the counseling and management of patients with this disease.

Recommended Citation

Samuels-Reid, J. and Scott, R. B., "Characteristics of menstruation in sickle cell disease" (1985). The Center For Sickle Cell Disease Faculty Publications. 298.
https://dh.howard.edu/sicklecell_fac/298