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Chapter 21 - Prescribing for Health Issues in Women with Intellectual Disability

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  07 November 2024

By
Sowmy Murickal  and
Amala Jesu
Edited by
David M. L. Branford ,
Satheesh K. Gangadharan ,
Mary Barrett  and
Regi T. Alexander
David M. L. Branford
Affiliation:
Independent Pharmacy Consultant
Satheesh K. Gangadharan
Affiliation:
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
Mary Barrett
Affiliation:
Leicestershire Partnership NHS Trust
Regi T. Alexander
Affiliation:
Hertfordshire Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
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Summary

People with intellectual disability are as likely to experience menstrual cycle-related mental problems as the general population; however, there may be problems in recognition and communication. Exploration of these health problems and potential treatments associated with menstrual cycle, from puberty through to menopause, are discussed.

Keywords

premenstrual disorders (PMS)polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)catamenial epilepsyperimenopausal issuessexual healthvalproate
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The Frith Prescribing Guidelines for People with Intellectual Disability , pp. 309 - 320
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Print publication year: 2024

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