NCT07383987

Genital Hygiene, Toilet Behaviors, and LUTS in Normal Weight and Obese Women

Investigation of Genital Hygiene, Toilet Behaviors, Body Awareness, and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Normal Weight and Overweight/Obese Women

• Status: Recruiting
• Phase: —
• Study type: Observational
• Enrollment: 246 (estimated)
• Sponsor: Gulhane School of Medicine · Academic / Other
• Sex: Female
• Age: 18 Years – 45 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

The aim of this study is to evaluate and compare genital hygiene habits, toilet behaviors, body awareness levels, and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in women aged 18-45 years, categorized by Body Mass Index (BMI) as normal weight (BMI = 18.5-24.9 kg/m²) and overweight/obese (BMI ≥ 25 kg/m²). The study seeks to improve social participation and quality of life by increasing awareness regarding obesity, genital hygiene, and urogenital health. H1: There is a significant difference in lower urinary tract symptoms between BMI groups. H2: There is a significant difference in genital hygiene behaviors between BMI groups. H3: There is a significant difference in toilet behaviors between BMI groups. H4: There is a significant difference in body awareness levels between BMI groups. H5: There is a significant relationship between lower urinary tract symptoms and genital hygiene behavior. H6: There is a significant relationship between lower urinary tract symptoms and toilet behavior. H7: There is a significant relationship between lower urinary tract symptoms and body awareness. H8: There is a significant relationship between genital hygiene behavior and body awareness. H9: There is a significant relationship between toilet behavior and body awareness.

Detailed description

While existing literature often focuses on single variables, this research adopts a holistic approach. The findings will help clarify the behavioral and awareness-related factors underlying the increased risk of LUTS and infections in overweight/obese women. Ultimately, this study aims to contribute to the development of weight-specific preventive strategies to protect women's urogenital health.

Conditions

• Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (LUTS)
• Genital Hygiene
• Obesity
• Toilet Training
• Body Awareness
• Overweight

Timeline

• Start date: 2025-12-01
• Primary completion: 2026-05-30
• Completion: 2026-06-30
• First posted: 2026-02-03
• Last updated: 2026-02-11

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Turkey (Türkiye)