Menstrual characteristics and night work among nurses

Apr 28, 2015Industrial health

Menstrual cycle patterns and night shift work in nurses

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Abstract

Fifteen percent of female nurses reported irregular menstruations.

  • Thirty-nine percent of the participating nurses were identified as having shift work disorder (SWD).
  • No associations were found between night work and irregular menstruations.
  • Cycle length and bleeding duration did not show any relationship with night work parameters.
  • Menstrual characteristics showed no significant links to SWD.

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