Abstract
IntroductionImmigrant women have specific characteristics from the health point of view, due to their origin, cultural differences and social status, which can affect their health consultations. The gynaecological field and reproductive health are areas of frequent consultation by this population group. ObjectivesTo describe the gynaecological disorders for which immigrant women consult, and to define possible risk factors. Material and methodsA descriptive and cross-sectional study was conducted on gynaecological health consultations by women of immigrant origin seen in the primary care clinic. A comparative study was performed with a sample of women of Spanish origin. ResultsThe majority of the immigrant patients in the study were of Maghrebi origin. The most common health consultation was vaginitis of infectious origin. Up to 19% were multiparous (3 or more pregnancies) and these 2processes were significantly greater than in the group of women of national origin in whom the sample was compared. ConclusionsImmigrant women have a high parity, in general, and have more gynaecological infections. These factors can cause greater vulnerability in this group.
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