Menstrual Disorders in Adolescence

Abstract

Papers on the gynecologic disorders of adolescence are being published in increasing numbers, reflecting not only more medical knowledge of the problems of adolescence, but also increased enlightenment and improved social conditions on the part of the public.

Polycystic ovaries and associated clinical and biochemical features in young women

“…This discrepancy may be related to the young age of the study population as development of normal cyclical menstrual function is a gradual process and it may take up to five years post menarche for regular cycles to become established. (Widholm, 1966; Widholm & Kantero, 1975) A small proportion of the participants (10%) were fewer than five years postmenarche. Another consideration is that criteria used to classify ‘irregular’ cycles, and the methods used to obtain this information, often vary between studies.…”