Impact of COVID-19 Vaccination on the Menstrual Cycle: A Cross-Sectional Study from Karachi, Pakistan (original) (raw)
Background The COVID-19 disease triggered a worldwide health catastrophe. To deal with this deadly situation multiple vaccines were developed and a mass immunization program started globally. However, vaccine hesitancy was seen especially among women of reproductive age, having concerns that the vaccine might affect their menstrual cycle. This study investigated the link between COVID vaccination and menstrual abnormalities. It is essential for us to understand the effects of vaccines on menstruation as menstrual distress can have effects on everyday life, and mental and reproductive health. MethodsA cross-sectional study was performed using self-administered online forms to collect data from all over Karachi. The sample included 384 females aged 18 years and above. The data was collected from November 2021 to February 2022. ResultsMajority of the participants were aged 21 and had a normal BMI. Most were moderately stressed (n = 245) with 146 reporting menstrual changes post-vaccina...
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