Prevalence and factors associated with anemia among females in the Maskeliya, Sri Lanka region: a comprehensive study
Year: 2025
Type: article
Study design: Observational Study
Abstract: Background: Anemia has become a major global health issue. It is a medical condition that affects people worldwide, but it is most common in developing nations. The main objective of the study is to assess the prevalence of anemia among females in the Maskeliya, Central Province, Sri Lanka area. The study was descriptive, and data were gathered from selected laboratories over a period of one year, from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023. Materials and Methods: The study is focused on parameters such as hemoglobin (Hb), red blood cell (RBC), mean corpuscular volume (MCV), and mean corpuscular hemoglobin concentration (MCHC). Demographic information of the patients, including age, gender, and ethnicity, was documented. Data were converted from Excel to SPSS for analysis. The data were filtered in Excel as per the researcher’s requirements, and statistical analysis was carried out using Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS 23). Results: The study findings show that 51.62% of female anemic cases were detected, compared to previous years. A higher prevalence of anemia was observed in the female age groups of 21 to 30. Among the study population, 0.6% and 0.2% were classified as moderate and severe anemia levels, respectively, with 29.7% at the mild anemia level. Anemia was least prevalent in the age group above 80. Among other ethnic groups, Tamils had the highest anemia prevalence (85%), while Muslims had the lowest (2.5%). Anemia rates were highest in May and lowest in August among females. Anemic females showed varying levels of RBC, MCV, MCHC, and mean corpuscular hemoglobin (MCH), indicating the need for further study on the causes of this research from 2023, revealed a significant prevalence of anemia among females in the Maskeliya, Central Province, Sri Lanka. The major connections were discovered between the season, ethnicity, and age group. Conclusion: The study’s findings highlight the complex relationship between anemia and its physiological, seasonal, and sociocultural influences. A specific approach considering these factors is necessary to effectively address anemia in the Maskeliya, Central Province, Sri Lankan region. This approach should include improved dietary habits, enhanced public health activities, and culturally appropriate educational efforts.
Institution: Eastern University, Sri Lanka
Language: English
Subfield: Hematology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: hybrid
OpenAlex ID: W4411811611