JP2023155933A - Excretion state management device - Google Patents

Abstract

To enable a user to accurately grasp the health state of the user from a state of excrement.SOLUTION: An excretion state management device includes: an excretion state measurement part 210 including an optical sensor for capturing an image of excrement attached to sanitary products; an excretion state determination part 220; an excretion state display part 230; a sanitary product characteristic database 240, and a correction part 250. At least one of the color, size, amount, shape, adhesion state, and adhesion weight of the excrement can be accurately measured by correcting the difference due to the surrounding environmental light and the difference in the position, inclination, or sensitivity of the measurement part by means of the correction part 250 with respect to the image data of the sanitary products captured by the optical sensor.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4

Description

The present invention relates to an information processing device, an information processing method, an information processing program, an information processing system, and a terminal program.

BACKGROUND ART Conventionally, techniques are known that present various information to users by measuring the state of excrement.

Patent Document 1 discloses a configuration in which image information of menstrual blood on the absorbent article is acquired using a dedicated disposal box in which the absorbent article is disposed of, and component information of the menstrual blood is detected to confirm the state of excretion. is disclosed.

Patent Document 2 discloses a configuration in which a smartphone camera photographs sanitary products such as used sanitary napkins and tampons, and the amount of menstrual blood adhering to the sanitary products is estimated from the photographed images.

JP 2021-107798 Publication International Publication No. 02019/123628

With the above conventional techniques, it is difficult to obtain accurate values when measuring excrement adhering to sanitary products. For example, a method of visually inputting the state of excrement is based on subjectivity and is therefore inaccurate. Furthermore, since input is required over a long period of time rather than just one measurement, manual input requires a large number of inputs. Also, especially if the excrement is menstrual blood, there will be a gap of one month. Therefore, the user's memory and the measurement environment often differ, resulting in differences from past records. Therefore, it is difficult for users to properly manage their own health based on accurate information on excrement.

The present invention has been made in view of such problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide an excretory state management device that can appropriately grasp the excretory state and perform health management.

The excretion condition management device according to the present invention includes an excretion condition measurement section that measures excrement adhering to sanitary products;
The excretion state determining section determines the excretion state based on the data obtained by the excretion state measuring section and outputs a determination result, and the excretion state display section notifies the user of the determination result. do.

According to the present invention, users can easily manage their own health based on accurate information on excrement.

Furthermore, by measuring excrement with a sensor, it becomes possible to objectively and accurately record excrement, and the display section has the effect that the user can easily recognize the state of excrement.

In addition, the user's effort can be saved, convenience is improved, and more accurate measurement is possible.

External view of the excretion state management device according to Embodiment 1 Configuration diagram of the device A diagram showing a flowchart showing the information processing procedure of the device Schematic diagram of the absorption characteristics of each sanitary product obtained by the device Configuration diagram of excretion state management device according to Embodiment 2 A top view of the part of the equipment where sanitary products are installed A diagram showing an example of a correction unit of the excretion state management device according to Embodiment 2 A diagram showing a flowchart showing the information processing procedure of the device External view of the excretion state management device of the device according to Embodiment 3 A side view of the part where sanitary products are placed on the device Top view of the part of the device where sanitary products are installed Configuration diagram of excretion state management device according to Embodiment 4 A side view of the part where sanitary products are placed on the device Top view of the part of the device where sanitary products are installed A side view of the part where sanitary products are placed on the device Top view of the part of the device where sanitary products are installed Configuration diagram of a device according to Embodiment 5 Configuration diagram of a device according to Embodiment 6 External view of excretion state management device according to Embodiment 7 External view of the device when sanitary products are loaded External view of the device when folded Block diagram of the device Diagram showing a list of example data stored in the device An example of a graph displaying menstrual blood volume, color, and clot size as health information. A diagram showing an example of a graph comparing daily trends in menstrual blood volume as health information with typical daily trends in menstrual blood volume obtained in cases of excessive menstruation, normal menstruation, and oligomenorrhea. Graph showing trends in total menstrual blood volume data as an example of displaying health information Graph showing trends in menstrual duration data as an example of displaying health information Graph showing trends in menstrual cycle data as an example of displaying health information A graph showing the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of days of menstrual duration on a two-dimensional plane as an example of displaying health information. Configuration diagram of an excretion state management device according to Embodiment 8 Diagram showing an example of the settings of the device Diagram showing an example of a photography guide for the device Diagram showing an example of the analysis screen of the device Diagram showing an example of the analysis screen of the device Diagram showing an example of the analysis screen of the device Diagram showing an example of the analysis screen of the device Diagram showing an example of the analysis screen of the device Diagram showing an example of the analysis screen of the device External view of the main body as a menstrual blood condition measuring section according to Embodiment 9 with the lid closed External view of the main body as a menstrual blood condition measuring unit according to Embodiment 9 with the lid opened Schematic configuration diagram at A-A’ cross section in Figure 27A Schematic configuration diagram at A-A’ cross section in Figure 27A Schematic configuration diagram at A-A’ cross section in Figure 27A Schematic configuration diagram at A-A’ cross section in Figure 27A Schematic configuration diagram at A-A’ cross section in Figure 27A Block diagram of embodiment 9 Operation flow diagram of embodiment 9 Configuration diagram of Embodiment 10 Schematic configuration diagram at B-B’ cross section in Figure 31 Schematic configuration diagram at B-B’ cross section in Figure 31 Schematic configuration diagram at B-B’ cross section in Figure 31 Schematic configuration diagram at B-B’ cross section in Figure 31 External view showing the state when folded used napkins fall into the storage unit in Embodiment 10 Block diagram showing the configuration of the excretion state management device of the device according to Embodiment 11 Block diagram showing the configuration of the excretion state management device of the device according to Embodiment 12

Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings.

(Embodiment 1)
Embodiment 1 will be described below using FIGS. 1A to 5B.

[1-1. composition]
FIG. 1A is an external view of the excretory state management device 100 according to the first embodiment, and FIG. 1B is a configuration diagram of the device as viewed from the left side in FIG. 1A. 1A and 1B, the excretion state management device 100 has a loading section 101 capable of loading sanitary products, an upper plate 102 provided opposite to the loading section 101, and a connection between the loading section 101 and the upper plate 102. , and a support portion 103 that supports the upper plate 102.

The upper plate 102 is provided with an excretion state measuring section 110 that measures excrement adhering to sanitary products.

The loading section 101 includes an excretion state determination section 120 that determines the excretion state based on the data obtained by the excretion state measurement section 110 and outputs a determination result, and a sanitary product characteristic database 140.

The support section 103 includes an excretion state display section 130 that notifies the user of the determination result output from the excretion state determination section 120.

Here, excrement includes feces, urine, and vaginal secretions. Vaginal secretions include, for example, menstrual blood, menstrual blood clots, and fluid. In addition, sanitary products include diapers that absorb feces and urine, napkins, tampons, and menstrual cups that absorb and process menstrual blood. In this embodiment, menstrual blood is used as excrement, and napkins are used as sanitary products.

The excretion state measurement unit 110 is an optical sensor that measures the adhesion state of excrement to sanitary products, and here converts the optical characteristics of menstrual blood into electrical signals and outputs the converted signals. As the optical sensor, for example, a camera or a semiconductor element such as a photodiode may be used. The optical sensor may be one that detects commonly used visible light, or it may detect wavelengths shorter than visible light or longer wavelengths than visible light, such as ultraviolet light and near-infrared light, which have different wavelengths than visible light. A detectable element may also be used.

As shown in FIGS. 1A and 1B, sanitary products can be loaded on the loading section 101, and here, the top side of the sanitary products is the side to which menstrual blood adheres as it is the surface to be worn on the human body. The excretion state measuring section 110 is attached to a position substantially opposite to the side of the sanitary product to which menstrual blood is attached.

The excretion state determination section 120 includes an algorithm that takes into account the measurement results of the excretion state measurement section 110 and information such as the characteristic database 140 and outputs a determination result.

The excretion state display section 130 is a display that displays the determination results in the form of messages, characters, graphs, and the like. In this example, we will use something with touch input and output, such as those used in tablets and smartphones.

Each part, such as the excretion state measuring section 110, the excretion state determination section 120, the excretion state display section 130, and the characteristic database 140, may be integrated with the excretion state management device 100, or may be connected to the excretion state management device 100 from a remote location using a general method such as wired or wireless. Communication with the excretion state management device 100 may be performed by a communication means. For example, a terminal such as a smartphone or a tablet may be used, and part or all of the characteristic database 140 is not held integrally with the excretion state management device 100, but is held on a terminal such as a server on a network via wireless or wired communication. You may.

Furthermore, the optical sensor of the excretion state measurement unit 110 may be attached to a smartphone or tablet, or may be fixed to a device or held by hand.

It is desirable that the surface on which sanitary products are loaded on the loading section 101 be set horizontally using a level or the like. By installing it horizontally, objects such as menstrual blood attached to sanitary products will not move due to gravity during measurement, allowing for accurate measurements.

[1-2. motion]
The operation and effects of the excretory state management device 100 in the first embodiment will be described below.

FIG. 2 shows a flowchart of the excretion state management device 100. As shown in the figure, when using the excretion state management device 100, in step ST101, the user selects the type of sanitary product he wishes to use from among the types held in the characteristic database using the input device 160.

If the type of sanitary product that the user wants to use is not included in the data held in the property database, the user can register the characteristics of the sanitary product that the user wants to use in step ST102. For example, when registering, the user places a sanitary product before use (in a state before menstrual blood is attached) within the measurement range of the excretion state measurement unit 110 such as an optical sensor. When the user operates a pre-use measurement button on the excretion state measuring section 110, such as an optical sensor, the measured optical data, time information, and measurement conditions are stored as a set of data. The user also registers the manufacturer, product name, type, etc. as necessary.

Next, the user places the used sanitary product (in a state where menstrual blood or the like has adhered thereto) within the measurement range of the excretion state measurement unit 110. When the user operates the after-use measurement button of the excretion state measuring section 110, such as an optical sensor, in step ST103, the excretion state measuring section 110 measures the amount of water that reflects the optical characteristics of the sanitary product with attached menstrual blood, etc. after use. Optical data is measured, and in step ST104, the measured optical data, time information, and measurement conditions are held as a set of data.

Next, in step ST105, the excretion state determining section 120 refers to the characteristic database 140, and based on the data held in the characteristic database 140 and the measured optical data and measurement conditions stored in the data holding section, In step ST106, the amount and condition of menstrual blood are analyzed and determined.

Then, in step ST107, the determined menstrual blood amount and excretion state are output to the excretion state display section 130 based on the time information and measurement conditions.

Note that the characteristic database 140 holds characteristic data and conversion methods for each sanitary product. For example, the manufacturer name, product name, product type, weight, size, shape characteristics, material, absorption characteristics, correspondence with images, conversion method, etc. are held.

FIG. 3 schematically shows examples of absorption characteristics for each sanitary product. The absorption characteristic area A1 and the absorption characteristic area A2 are set according to the absorption characteristic of the sanitary product type A. Similarly, for the sanitary goods type B, which is different from the sanitary goods type A, an absorption characteristic area B1 and an absorption characteristic area B2 are set according to the absorption characteristics. In addition, it may be set as a divided region with a boundary, such as sanitary product type A and sanitary product type B, or it may be set as a continuous absorption characteristic, such as the difference in color density of sanitary product type C. It's okay.

Although the absorption characteristics of each sanitary product are actually numerical data, they are shown schematically in FIG. For each type of sanitary product, data on the position, shape of the part, and absorption characteristics are stored in advance, and calculations are performed based on the obtained measurement data to determine the state and amount of excretion. For example, when a user uses sanitary product type A, the user inputs and selects the sanitary product type using an input method such as a selection button, a touch panel, or voice. Note that, in order to save the user the trouble of selecting and inputting candidates, the device may perform discrimination by pattern matching based on image analysis, or the candidates may be presented. Extracting candidates through pattern matching and presenting them to the user for confirmation can be more accurate and reduce effort.

When it is input that the object to be measured is sanitary product type A, data regarding the amount of blood absorbed by each site and data regarding weight, color, and shape of sanitary product type A held in the characteristic database 140 are referred to.

Furthermore, the excretion state determination unit 120 performs image analysis on attached menstrual blood and the like. For example, based on color information from an optical sensor, it is possible to determine the color of the blood or the color of deposits, such as red, orange, black, or gray.

Further, the excretion state determination unit 120 calculates the area and shape of the deposit by image processing. You can set threshold values for color, brightness, and shape characteristics in advance to determine whether or not they are considered as deposits. Alternatively, a method may be used in which the threshold value is changed automatically.

Alternatively, it may be determined whether or not each pixel is a deposit and the sum may be calculated, or the outline of the sanitary product may be detected and the inside thereof may be determined to be a deposit. Alternatively, recognition may be performed using deep learning or a general machine learning processing method.

This makes it possible to determine the amount and shape of menstrual blood and vaginal discharge, such as the blood adhesion area and the presence and size of blood clots. For example, when performing a process to determine the presence or absence of blood adhesion for each pixel, by multiplying the coefficient of the absorption characteristic of the adhesion site recorded in the characteristic database 140, the absorption amount of that area is calculated and the amount of menstrual blood is determined. do. Note that the absorption characteristic may be one characteristic for the entire sanitary product, or may be divided for each part of the sanitary product or finely divided for each pixel.

Further, the excretion state determining unit 120 determines whether the determined menstrual blood amount is within a range equivalent to a reference value based on the determined menstrual blood amount. For example, if the cumulative value of menstrual blood volume during one menstrual cycle is 20 ml to 140 ml, which is considered as a standard for normal menstruation by academic societies, then the cumulative value of menstrual blood volume measured by this device during the menstrual period and You can compare. Here, while the unit of the above reference value is volume (volume), this device determines the menstrual blood amount as weight, so strictly speaking, the menstrual blood amount obtained by this device and the above Although it is not possible to compare with the standard value, since the specific gravity of blood and menstrual blood is approximately 1, the above standard value can be used as a guide. Note that this reference value may be set arbitrarily by the user.

Furthermore, the excretion state determination unit 120 calculates variances and patterns from the user's past measurement results, and determines whether the current measurement results are abnormal, long-term trends, and comparisons with other people. may be determined.

Note that the order of each determination is not specified and can be performed in any order.

[1-3. effect]
As described above, according to the present embodiment, the excretion state measurement unit 110 such as an optical sensor measures the excretion state, and the excretion state determination unit 120 determines whether the blood The area, the size of the blood clot, etc. can be calculated, the calculated menstrual blood volume can be determined, and the excretion state display section 130 can display the values calculated and the determined results by the excretion state determination section 120.

In addition, by retaining the type data of sanitary products in the characteristic database 140 in advance, it is possible to reduce the effort required by the user to carry out preliminary measurements, and to prevent continued deterioration in accuracy due to incorrect preliminary measurement methods. It can be prevented.

These allow users to easily manage their own health based on accurate information on excrement. Furthermore, by measuring excrement with a sensor, it becomes possible to objectively and accurately record excrement, and the display section has the effect that the user can easily recognize the state of excrement. In addition, the user's effort can be saved, convenience is improved, and more accurate measurement is possible.

(Embodiment 2)
Embodiment 2 will be described below using FIGS. 4 to 7.

[2-1. composition]
FIG. 4 is an external view of the excretion state management device 200. The excretion state management device 200 includes a loading section 201 capable of loading sanitary products, and a support plate 202 supported by the loading section 201. The support plate 202 is provided with an excretion state measurement section 210 that measures excrement adhering to sanitary products. A correction unit 250 is provided on the surface of the loading unit 201 and serves as a reference for measuring excrement.

Reference numeral 220 denotes an excretion state determination unit, which here is an information terminal held by the user, such as a smartphone or a tablet. The excretion state determination unit 220 as an excretion state determination unit includes a data storage unit 221 that stores data measured by the excretion state measurement unit 210, a correction calculation unit 222 that corrects data in the data storage unit 221, and a correction calculation unit 222. A state determination section 223 that determines the state of excrement based on the data corrected by the state determination section 223, an excretion state display section 230 that serves as an excretion state display section that notifies the user of the determination result determined by the state determination section 223, It has a characteristic database 240. The excretion state display section 230 is configured to allow touch-type input, and also serves as a characteristic input section 260 for inputting information regarding the characteristics of sanitary products stored in the characteristic database 240. 270 is a server that can communicate with the excretion state measuring section 210 and the excretion state determining section 220.

Here, excrement includes feces, urine, and vaginal secretions. Vaginal secretions include, for example, menstrual blood, menstrual blood clots, and fluid. In addition, sanitary products include diapers that absorb feces and urine, napkins, tampons, and menstrual cups that absorb and process menstrual blood. In this embodiment, menstrual blood is used as excrement, and napkins are used as sanitary products.

The excretion state measurement unit 210 is an optical sensor that measures the adhesion state of excrement to sanitary products, and here converts the optical characteristics of menstrual blood into an electrical signal and outputs the converted signal. As the optical sensor, for example, a camera or a semiconductor element such as a photodiode may be used. The optical sensor may be one that detects commonly used visible light, or it may detect wavelengths shorter than visible light or longer wavelengths than visible light, such as ultraviolet light and near-infrared light, which have different wavelengths than visible light. A detectable element may also be used. As shown in FIG. 4, the excretion state measuring section 210, such as an optical sensor, has an angle of view set such that it can detect the entire sanitary products loaded on the loading section 201.

A specific example of the configuration of the correction unit 250 is shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B. FIG. 5A is a top view of the loading section 201 loaded with sanitary products. In other words, it simulates the content being photographed by a camera or the like. FIG. 5B is a diagram showing a configuration example of the correction section 250. As shown in FIGS. 5A and 5B, the correction unit 250 provides areas with different colors and densities of one or more colors such as red, white, and blue, and the areas are measured by the excretion state measurement unit 210 such as an optical sensor. It is arranged to correct the angle, distance, position, amount of light, and color of the data. In this configuration example, colors are added to correct the color tone, but the colors and shapes are not limited to this example. It's okay.

Further, the correction section 205 may also be used as the excretion state display section 230, and the same color and shape as the correction section 205 may be displayed on the excretion state display section 230. Furthermore, the correction section 205 does not have to be integrated with the loading section 201 and may be removable.

Further, the determination processing function of the excretion state determining unit 220 and the characteristic database 240 may be held in the server 270, and it is possible to perform more complicated calculations and store various characteristic data.

Note that the color of the surface of the loading section 201 on which sanitary products are installed is preferably a color other than white, or a color other than red or black. In general, many sanitary products are white, and blood is also a red-ish color, so in order to accurately perform image discrimination, it is desirable to use a color that is far from the color of the object to be measured, such as sanitary products or blood. Also, if it is black, it is difficult to distinguish it from a shadow, so it is better to set the distance to a green or blue color on the opposite side as much as possible in the color space for better accuracy.

Further, the user may share measurement result data and determination results by uploading them to the server 270 via the Internet or the like using the user's ID or anonymously. For example, it may be possible to group data that is similar to the user's results, to view data from people who have similar results to the user, or to provide an exchange function such as messages. Additionally, data comparison functions such as own results and positioning in a group may be provided.

[2-2. motion]
The operation and effects of the excretion state management device 200 configured as described above will be explained below.

FIG. 6 shows a flowchart of the excretion state management device 200. When using this device, the user selects the type of sanitary product he/she wishes to use from among the types held in the characteristic database 240 using the characteristic input section 260 in step ST201.

If the type of sanitary product that the user wants to use is not included in the data held in the characteristic database 240, the user can register it in step ST202. For example, when registering, the user places unused sanitary products (in a state before menstrual blood is attached) within the measurement range of the excretion state measuring section 210, such as an optical sensor on the loading section 201. When the user operates the pre-use measurement button displayed on the characteristic input section 260, the optical data measured by the excretion state measurement section 210 such as an optical sensor, time information, and measurement conditions are sent as data via the server 270. A characteristic database 240 is stored. The user also registers the manufacturer, product name, type, etc. as necessary.

Next, the user places the used sanitary product (in a state where menstrual blood or the like has adhered thereto) within the measurement range of the excretion state measuring section 210, such as an optical sensor, on the loading section 201. When the user operates the after-use measurement button displayed on the characteristic input section 260, in step ST203, the excretion state measurement section 210, such as an optical sensor, measures the optical characteristics of the sanitary product with menstrual blood and other substances attached after use. Measure the reflected optical data. At this time, since the measurement range of the excretion state measuring section 210 such as an optical sensor includes the correction section 250, the measured optical data also includes measurement data of the color and shape of the correction section 250. .

Next, in step ST204, the measured optical data, time information, and measurement conditions are transmitted as a set of measurement data to the excretion state determination unit 220 via the server 270, and stored and retained in the data storage unit 221.

In step ST205, the excretion state determining section 220 refers to the characteristic database 240, and based on the data held in the characteristic database 240 and the measured optical data and measurement conditions stored in the data holding section 221, performs the determination in step ST206. Then, the correction calculation unit 222 corrects the optical data and the like. As an example of correction, for example, the color of menstrual blood included in the measurement data may appear different from the original color because the color tone and light intensity of the illumination are different in the measurement environment. Using this, the correction calculation unit 222 corrects the color tone and light amount, thereby correcting the color of menstrual blood included in the measurement data. In addition, sanitary products have various sizes for daytime and nighttime use, but depending on the size of the correction section 250 included in the measurement data, the size of the sanitary product included in the measurement data and the area on which menstrual blood has adhered. Correct. In this way, it is possible to use software to correct the difference between the hue and light intensity in the measured environment and the information recorded in advance, or to correct the difference in hue and light intensity in the measured environment using data, or to correct shape information such as straight lines, squares, circles, and points. It is used to correct the distance and angle to the measurement unit, the positional relationship with the object to be measured, and the size of the object to be measured. This can be done using angle correction, distance correction, and color correction techniques used in general AR markers and cameras.

Next, in step ST207, the determination calculation section 223 determines the menstrual blood state using the data corrected by the correction calculation section 222. As an example of determining the state of menstrual blood, a case will be described in which the amount of menstrual blood is determined. The characteristic database 240 holds characteristic data and conversion methods for each sanitary product. For example, the manufacturer name, product name, product type, weight, size, shape characteristics, material, absorption characteristics, correspondence with images, conversion method, etc. are held. Among these, when determining the amount of menstrual blood, the correspondence between the absorption characteristics and images for each product name and product type and the conversion method are used. Specifically, through preliminary experiments using artificial menstrual blood, images of a known weight of artificial menstrual blood attached to sanitary products are taken, and the adhesion area of artificial menstrual blood and artificial menstrual blood obtained from the photographed images are calculated. A data table of menstrual blood volume and menstrual blood adhesion area is stored in the characteristic database 240 for each product name and product type of sanitary products by linking the weight of blood. Then, the determination calculation unit 223 calculates the area of the menstrual blood image included in the data corrected by the correction calculation unit 222, and determines the amount of menstrual blood using the data table.

As an alternative to the preliminary experiment, we calculated the net amount of menstrual blood that adhered by measuring the weight of used and unused sanitary products, and at the same time took an image of the used sanitary product and calculated the area of menstrual blood adhesion from the image. may be calculated, and a data table of menstrual blood volume and menstrual blood adhesion area may be created for each product name and product type of sanitary products.

Next, in step ST208, the determination result determined by the state determination section 223 is output to the excretion state display section 230, so that the user can view the determined menstrual blood amount and the like.

The above correction process may be performed by software, or by hardware such as installing an adjustable light source and changing the shutter time or exposure time related to the exposure of the measuring device. You may also make adjustments.

Although the accuracy of the correction is lowered, the correction unit 250 may be replaced by using a known color and shape of the installation surface of the sanitary product and the color and shape of the sanitary product. This can reduce cost and size. Further, a gyro sensor, an acceleration sensor, a distance sensor, or the like may be separately provided to correct the tilt and position.

[2-3. effect]
In the excretion state management device 200 of the present embodiment, the correction unit 250 can correct differences due to surrounding environmental light, position and inclination of the measurement unit, differences in sensitivity, etc., so that the excrement state can be corrected. Can be measured with high accuracy.

(Embodiment 3)
Embodiment 3 will be described below using FIGS. 7 to 9.

[3-1. composition]
FIG. 7 is an external view of the excretory state management device 300 according to the third embodiment, and FIG. 8 is a configuration diagram of the same device as viewed from the left side in FIG. 7.

The excretion state management device 300 includes a loading section 301 capable of loading sanitary products, and a support plate 302 supported by the loading section 301. The support plate 302 is provided with an excretion state measurement section 310 that measures excrement adhering to sanitary products.

The loading section 301 includes an excretion state determination section 320 that determines the excretion state based on the data obtained by the excretion state measurement section 310 and outputs a determination result, and a sanitary product characteristic database 340.

The support plate 302 includes an excretion state display section 330 that notifies the user of the determination result output from the excretion state determination section 320.

A holding section 350 that holds sanitary products is provided on the surface of the loading section 301. The holding section 350 holds the sanitary article, for example, with a structure in which at least a portion of the end portion or the periphery of the sanitary article is sandwiched between the holding section 301 and the stacking section 301 .

Note that FIG. 9 is a view from above of the loading section 301 loaded with sanitary products. As shown in FIG. 9, the holding part 350 may be configured to match the ends of the sanitary product from two directions. Furthermore, the length and width of sanitary products can be aligned in the same direction every time when installed.
A configuration may be added in which symbols such as arrows and terms such as front and rear are displayed on the surface of the loading section 301.

Further, the holding part 350 may be made of a non-slip material such as rubber, or may be provided with unevenness to prevent the holding part from changing its position.

[3-2. motion]
The user inserts or fixes a sanitary product to the holding part 350 and performs measurement as in the first embodiment. With this, for example, when the excretion state measurement section 310 such as an optical sensor takes an image of a sanitary product with menstrual blood attached, the holding section 350 holds the sanitary product without blurring, thereby reducing the blurring that occurs in the captured image. It can be prevented.

Furthermore, if the ends of the sanitary products are turned up, the image of menstrual blood adhering to the sanitary products will be distorted, but since the holding section 350 holds the ends of the sanitary products without turning up, the distortion that occurs in the photographed image will be avoided. can be prevented.

In addition, as shown in FIG. 9, when the user places sanitary products on the excretion state management device 300, the position at which they are placed can always be fixed, so that the excretion state measuring section 310, such as an optical sensor, detects menstrual blood. When taking images of the attached sanitary products, it is possible to take images of the same area of the sanitary products each time, so comparison and correction processing for each image can be performed accurately.

[3-3. effect]
Even when the excretion state management device 300 is laid down, tilted, or vibrated, the holding portion 350 can hold the sanitary product without shaking, making it possible to accurately measure the state of excrement. It also becomes less dependent on the direction of the installation surface.

Embodiment 4 will be described below using FIG. 10.

(Embodiment 4)
FIG. 10 shows the entire structure of the excretion state management device 400 when it includes an excretion state measurement section 410, an excretion state determination section 420, an excretion state display section 430, a sanitary product characteristic database 440, and an irradiation source 450. It is an external view. Further, the excretion state measuring section 410 is an element having a spectroscopic function to measure a spectrum. For example, a hyperspectral camera is known as a device for analyzing such spectra. This makes it possible to analyze types of data that are difficult to understand using visible light, as well as to analyze the user's health information, by making use of differences in absorption wavelengths due to specific components of menstrual blood, menstrual blood clots, and vaginal discharge. For example, information such as hemoglobin and water content can be obtained.

Moreover, if time passes, it may become difficult to estimate the actual amount of menstrual blood due to the amount of water evaporation. In that case, by measuring the amount of hemoglobin, it is possible to estimate the amount of water evaporated by taking advantage of the fact that the amount of water and hemoglobin is in a roughly constant ratio in the human body, and to reduce the total amount of blood. .

In the above example, hemoglobin was used as an example, but other blood components may be used. If the user's normal hemoglobin and water ratio can be input, the estimation accuracy can be further improved.

In addition, by using non-visible light such as near-infrared light or Information can also be obtained.

Moreover, the same effect can be obtained even if a linear sensor or a plurality of elements are used instead of a camera type sensor.

Irradiation source 450 is a light source such as a halogen lamp. Depending on the measurement content of the excretion state measuring unit 410, a light source that mainly emits visible light such as an incandescent bulb or a fluorescent lamp, or an LED that emits non-visible wavelengths such as ultraviolet rays or infrared rays may be used. Alternatively, a device specialized for a specific wavelength or region, such as a laser, may be used. For example, measurement may be performed while changing the area to be irradiated at high speed or while changing the irradiation wavelength. This makes it possible to obtain more detailed information.

Furthermore, the wavelength of the light source emitted by the irradiation device and the sensitivity wavelength of the measurement device do not necessarily have to match.

For example, there are measurement methods in which the wavelength changes to visible light upon excitation, or in which invisible light is produced by irradiating visible light, but it is also possible to measure a wavelength different from that of irradiation.

The number of irradiation sources may be one, or two or more.

Figure 11A is a side view when there is a small menstrual blood clot, Figure 11B is a top view, and Figure 11C is a side view when there is a large menstrual blood clot. A top view is shown in 11D.

By having at least one irradiation light source that is not parallel to the object/imaging surface, it is possible to irradiate from an approximately oblique direction with respect to the direction of the measurement unit, thereby eliminating shadows when there is a clot of menstrual blood. and measure the presence or absence and size of the shadow.

It is possible to easily determine the presence or absence and size of menstrual blood clots, which would be difficult to distinguish since they are all in the same red color when photographed only from the top.

The positional relationship between the light source and the size can be calculated by providing an arithmetic formula for calculation in advance or by introducing a measured database.

Further, the irradiation may be switched between approximately oblique direction and directly above. The area can be calculated by measuring from directly above, and the presence or absence of the size can be measured with high accuracy by photographing in an approximately oblique direction.

(Embodiment 5)
FIG. 12 is an external view of the excretion state management device 500 in Embodiment 5 [5-1. composition]
The excretion condition management device 500 includes an excretion condition measurement section 510, an excretion condition determination section 520, an excretion condition display section 530, and a sanitary product characteristic database 540.

[5-2. motion]
In this example, the excretion state measuring unit 510 performs measurement using a chemical reaction with respect to menstrual blood.

The measurement unit attaches something like a litmus test paper that changes color in response to acidity or alkalinity to sanitary products, and performs measurement based on the change in color.

Further, the change in color may be simply confirmed visually, or the change in color of the litmus test paper may be photographed using an imaging method such as a camera and quantified by image analysis.

In addition to litmus paper, phenolphthalein may also be used.

Note that although acidity and alkalinity are measured in the above example, other biochemical reactions may also be checked.

Alternatively, instead of being directly attached in a sandwiched shape, a drop of a reagent capable of causing a similar chemical reaction may be dropped from the top, or it may be placed under the ground surface of the sanitary product.

In addition, items that cause a chemical reaction with the excretion state measurement unit 510 are made separable, and a sheet-like test paper that reacts chemically is attached to the sanitary product and worn by the user, and the sheet is removed from the sanitary product. The reaction may also be measured.

In addition, measurements can be carried out using a wireless sensor while the product is still attached to the product, or an odor sensor that captures the molecules that evaporate from deposits can be used, although the reaction is caused by direct contact with the product. good.

[5-3. effect]
According to the fifth embodiment, more accurate health management can be performed by measuring chemical changes that cannot be detected using optical information.

(Embodiment 6)
FIG. 13 is a side view of the excretion state management device 600 according to the sixth embodiment.

[6-1. composition]
The excretion state management device 600 is an overall external view when it includes an excretion state measurement section 610, an excretion state determination section 620, an excretion state display section 630, and a sanitary product characteristic database 640.

[6-2. motion]
In this example, the excretion state measuring section 610 performs measurement using electrical reactions. The excretion state measuring section 610 has electrodes, and by applying voltage to the sanitary product, changes in its electrical characteristics are measured.

For example, the state of excretion is measured by applying an alternating current voltage and observing changes in impedance. At this time, the measurement frequency may be changed to change the frequency. Moreover, instead of alternating current, direct current may be used.

Alternatively, the excretion state may be measured by changes in the electrophoretic state, such as by electrophoresis.

[6-3. effect]
According to the sixth embodiment, more accurate health management can be performed by measuring electrical changes that cannot be detected with optical information.

(Embodiment 7)
The configuration of an excretory state management device 900 according to Embodiment 7 of the present invention will be explained using FIGS. 14 to 16.

[7-1. composition]
In this embodiment, menstrual blood during menstruation is used as excrement excreted by a user, and sanitary napkins that retain menstrual blood are used as sanitary products.

FIG. 14 is an external view of the excretion state management device 900, FIG. 15 is an external view of the device when sanitary products are loaded, and FIG. 16 is an external view of the device when folded.

In these figures, 901 is a thin plate-like first member, and has a thin weight measuring section 902 on its surface. Reference numeral 903 is a thin plate-like second member that has an optical measurement section 904 near the upper center. The first member 901 and the second member 903 are connected by a connecting portion 905, and the second member 903 is rotatable with respect to the first member 901.

As shown in FIG. 15, when the sanitary products 906 are loaded on the first member 901, the second member 903 is rotated with respect to the first member 901 so that the second member 903 is in an upright state. The angle of view of the optical measurement unit 904 is set so that the optical measurement unit 904 can detect an image of the entire sanitary product 906.

As shown in FIG. 16, when the sanitary products 906 are not loaded on the first member 901, the second member 903 is rotated relative to the first member 901 via the connecting portion 905 and the sanitary products 906 are loaded on the first member 901. The first member 901 and the second member 903 can be folded facing each other.

The first member 901, the second member 903, the optical measurement section 904, and the connection section 905 all have a waterproof structure, and even if their surfaces become dirty, they can be cleaned with water, detergent, or the like.

Further, the first member 901 is provided with a horizontal sensor (not shown) that detects horizontality.

FIG. 17 is a block diagram of the excretion state management device of this embodiment. As shown in FIG. 17, the weight detected by the weight measurement unit 902 and the image detected by the optical measurement unit 904 are transmitted to the server 908 by the transmission unit 907. Then, the server 908 generates health information regarding the user's health condition based on at least one of the weight and the image, and when the health information from the server 908 is received by the receiving section 909, the excretion state display section In step 910, the health information is presented to the user or the like. The transmitting section 907 is built into the first member 901 or the second member 903, and the receiving section 909 and the excretion state display section 910 are information terminals such as smartphones.

[7-2. motion]
The operation of the above configuration will be explained.

For example, when the user wears the sanitary product 906 in the toilet at the beginning of menstruation, the user enters the toilet carrying this device in the state shown in FIG. 16, and this device is placed on the toilet paper holder in the toilet, etc. . At this time, it can be confirmed by the horizontal sensor provided on the first member 901 whether the apparatus is installed in a horizontal state suitable for weight measurement. If it is not level, an alarm will notify you and encourage you to install it so that it is level.

Next, the second member 903 is rotated from the state shown in FIG. 16 to the state shown in FIG. , the weight measurement section 902 measures the weight, and the optical measurement section 904 takes an image. The sanitary article 906 is then attached to the underwear, and the underwear is worn on the body. A series of information including the weight detected by the weight measurement unit 902, the image detected by the optical measurement unit 904, and the time of weight measurement is transmitted by the transmission unit 907 to the server 908, and the server 908 is provided with the brand and string of the sanitary products. and stored as a characteristic database. After measurement, the device can be folded and left as is, as shown in FIG. 16, or carried in a bag when going out.

Next, when replacing the used sanitary product 906 with a new one of the same brand in the toilet at home, rotate the second member 903 from the state shown in FIG. After the used sanitary product 906 is brought into the state shown in FIG. 14, it is separated from the underwear, spread out, and placed on the first member 901 as shown in FIG. Then, the optical measurement unit 904 captures an image. Thereafter, the used sanitary products 906 are rolled up and disposed of in a sanitary box or the like installed in the toilet. The new sanitary product 906 is then unfolded and attached to the underwear, and the underwear is worn on the body. A series of information including the weight detected by the weight measurement unit 902, the image detected by the optical measurement unit 904, and the time at which the weight was measured is transmitted to the server 908 by the transmission unit 907 and stored in the server 908. The server 908 calculates the difference between the weight of the sanitary product 906 after use and the previously stored weight of the sanitary product 906 before use, and uses the calculated value as the net amount of menstrual blood held in the used sanitary product 906. be remembered. Thereafter, the above operation is performed every time the sanitary product 906 is replaced during the menstrual period.

The server 908 identifies the brand by extracting features such as size and pattern from the stored image of the sanitary product 906 before use. As a result, when there is a large amount of menstrual blood, such as at night, the net amount of menstrual blood can be calculated according to the brand of sanitary product, even if a different brand of sanitary product is used. Incidentally, the brand identification is not limited to the above-mentioned method, and identification may be performed by attaching a readable code such as a bar code or an RF tag to the sanitary product. Also, each time when sanitary products are replaced, the weight of the sanitary products before use is measured and stored in the server 908, and the net menstrual blood volume is calculated by subtracting the stored value from the measured weight of the sanitary products after use. This eliminates the need for a configuration for brand identification.

Even when changing sanitary products in a toilet while away from home, this device can be carried in the state shown in FIG. 16 while out and about, and weight measurement and image detection can be performed using this device in the same way as described above.

The server 908 detects the color of menstrual blood on the sanitary product 906 from the stored image. At this time, for example, a portion of a color other than white is extracted for each pixel of the image data, the number of RGB pixels in the extracted portion is calculated, and a representative color is determined and stored.

Also, from the stored image, the presence or absence of a menstrual blood clot on the surface of the sanitary product 906 and its size are detected. At this time, the presence or absence and size of menstrual blood clots is learned in advance using AI from a large number of existing images, and the learned AI is used to determine the presence or absence and size of menstrual blood clots and stored.

FIG. 18 is a list of example data stored in the server 908 during one menstrual cycle. In this example, during a four-day menstrual period, the sanitary product 906 is replaced three times on the first day, five times on the second day, four times on the third day, and three times on the fourth day. The corresponding time, the brand of the sanitary product 906, the amount of menstrual blood, the color of the menstrual blood, and the size of the clot are recorded. Based on this list, the server 908 graphs the amount of menstrual blood, the color of the menstrual blood, and the size of the clot as health information regarding the user's health condition. An example of this graph is shown in FIG. 19A. In the figure, the vertical bar graph shows the amount of menstrual blood obtained from weight measurements during the menstrual period 2/20 to 2/23. The stacked vertical bar graph for the first day of menstruation (2/20) shows the amount of menstrual blood and the color of the menstrual blood for the first to third sanitary product changes from the bottom. Since then, sanitary products have been replaced five times on the second day of menstruation (2/21), four times on the third day of menstruation (2/22), and sanitary products have been replaced on the fourth day of menstruation (2/23). The amount of menstrual blood measured for each of the three times and the color of the menstrual blood are graphed in a stacked vertical bar graph. Furthermore, when a lump is detected, the size of the lump is displayed as a number (unit: mm) on the element of the bar graph corresponding to the detection time. For example, the same figure shows that there was a 10mm lump when replacing sanitary products for the first time on the second day of menstruation, and that there was a lump of 5mm when replacing sanitary products for the first time on the third day of menstruation. It shows. Further, the total value of the amount of menstrual blood for each day during the menstrual period is shown above the vertical bar graph. Furthermore, the total amount of menstrual blood during the menstrual period is displayed on the graph, and in this example, the total amount is 126 g.

The above operations are performed every time menstruation occurs. At this time, the server 908 calculates the number of days each menstrual period lasts, the number of menstrual cycle days, etc. from the weight and storage date and time of the image data, and stores them as health information regarding the user's health condition.

Next, the health information stored in the server 908 is received by a receiving section 909 of an information terminal such as a smartphone, and the health information is presented to the user etc. by an excretion state display section 910. As an example of displaying the health information, in addition to the graph shown in FIG. 19A mentioned above, as shown in FIG. It may also be possible to compare the typical daily changes in menstrual blood volume obtained in cases of oligomenorrhea. Here, the data on excessive menstruation, normal menstruation, and hypomenorrhea shown in FIG. 19B are based on known research, etc., and here, the following document 1 is referred to as a source.

Reference 1: Tabuchi et al. “Research on menstrual blood volume and paramenstrual symptoms in modern women,” Nursing Research, vol. 47(3), p243-255, June 2014

The solid line, dotted line, and dashed-dotted line in the graph of FIG. 19B represent changes in the average value of menstrual blood volume obtained from subjects with excessive menstruation, normal menstruation, and oligomenorrhea described in Document 1, respectively. By comparing the graph of this average value with the trend of measured menstrual blood volume, it is easy to visually understand whether the state of menstrual blood volume is in the range of excessive menstruation, normal menstruation, or hypomenorrhea. be able to. For example, the trend in the amount of menstrual blood this time is above the dot-dash line for normal menstruation and slightly on the solid line for heavy menstruation, which indicates that the amount of menstrual blood was somewhat heavy, and that the person is experiencing heavy menstruation. You can gain awareness of things.

FIG. 20A is a graph showing a trend of total menstrual blood volume data for each past menstrual period and the current menstrual period stored in the server 908, as an example of displaying the health information. The horizontal axis of the graph is the start date of each menstrual period, and the vertical axis is the total menstrual blood volume during each menstrual period. Further, on the right side of the graph, the range of total menstrual blood volume in the case of normal menstruation as determined by the Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology is indicated. From this trend graph, it is possible to understand the changes in the total menstrual blood volume, and for example, to determine the degree of variation from the usual value. In the graph shown in FIG. 20A, although the total menstrual blood volume for the current menstrual period is within the normal menstrual range, it is higher than the usual level, which makes it possible to notice that the patient is experiencing heavy menstruation.

FIG. 20B is a graph showing trends in the number of days of menstruation for each past menstrual period and the current menstrual period stored in the server 908, as a display example of the health information. The horizontal axis of the graph is the start date of each menstrual period, and the vertical axis is the number of days that each menstrual period lasts. Furthermore, on the right side of the graph, the range of the number of days of menstrual duration in the case of normal menstruation as determined by the Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology is indicated. From this trend graph, it is possible to understand the change in the number of days of menstrual duration, and for example, it is possible to know the degree of change from the usual value. In the graph shown in FIG. 20B, the number of days that menstruation lasted this time is within the normal menstrual range and is almost the same as the usual level, and it can be noticed that there is no particular abnormality in the number of days that menstruation lasts.

FIG. 20C is a graph showing trends in the number of menstrual cycle days for each past menstrual period and the current menstrual period stored in the server 908, as a display example of the health information. The horizontal axis of the graph is the start date of each menstrual period, and the vertical axis is the number of days in the menstrual cycle during each menstrual period. Further, on the right side of the graph, the range of the number of menstrual cycle days in the case of normal menstruation as determined by the Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology is indicated. The number of days in the menstrual cycle here, for example, the value 2/20 is calculated as the number of days from 1/22 of the previous menstrual start date to 2/19 of the day before the current menstrual start date. From this trend graph, it is possible to understand the change in the number of days in the menstrual cycle, and for example, it is possible to know the degree of change from the usual value. In the graph shown in FIG. 20C, the number of days in the menstrual cycle for this menstrual period is within the normal menstrual range and is almost the same as the usual level, and it can be noticed that there is no particular abnormality in the number of days in the menstrual cycle.

As an example of displaying the health information, FIG. 21 plots the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of menstrual duration days of each past menstrual period and the current menstrual period stored in the server 908 on a two-dimensional plane of the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of menstrual duration days. This is a graph. The horizontal axis of the graph is the number of menstrual cycle days, and the vertical axis is the number of menstrual cycle days. In addition, the graph shows the range of the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of days of menstruation duration in the case of normal menstruation as determined by the Japan Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology, respectively, in a rectangular shape, and the area surrounded by the dashed line in the center is Both the number of menstrual cycle days and the duration of menstruation are within the normal menstrual range. By plotting the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of menstrual duration days for each past menstrual period and the current menstrual period on this graph, you can see at a glance whether the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of menstrual duration days are both normal, making it easy to use. For example, in the graph shown in FIG. 21, the number of menstrual cycle days for the current menstrual period is within the normal menstrual range at the center, so it can be realized that there is no particular abnormality in the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of days of menstrual duration.

It is said that the risk of endometriosis increases if the number of days in the menstrual cycle is less than the normal range and the number of days of menstrual duration is greater than the normal range. Therefore, on the graph of FIG. 21, the area where the number of menstrual cycle days is less than the normal range and the number of menstrual duration days is greater than the normal range is indicated as a region R surrounded by a dotted line, and the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of menstrual cycle days are plotted. is included in this region R, the excretion state display section 910 may be configured to issue an alarm indicating that the risk of endometriosis is high.

In addition, although FIG. 21 shows a two-dimensional graph of the number of menstrual cycle days and the number of days of menstrual duration as an example of displaying the health information, other combinations include total menstrual blood volume and number of menstrual cycle days, total menstrual blood volume and menstrual duration. A two-dimensional graph may be displayed in combination with the number of days, or a three-dimensional graph may be displayed in combination with the total menstrual blood volume, the number of days of the menstrual cycle, and the number of days of continuous menstruation.

In addition, by calculating the wearing time of the sanitary product from Figure 18 and dividing the amount of menstrual blood when wearing the sanitary product by the wearing time of the sanitary product, the apparent discharge rate of the menstrual blood amount is calculated, and the menstrual blood volume is It may also be configured to display trends for each menstrual period by determining the daily trend of the discharge rate of menstrual blood or the average menstrual blood discharge rate during the menstrual period, and can be used as an index to express the weight of menstruation. Can be used.

[7-3. effect]
Through the above operation, the excretion state management device of the present embodiment has the effect that the portable device can accurately measure the weight of menstrual blood and appropriately grasp the state of menstrual blood both inside and outside the home. has.

Note that the server 908 does not necessarily have to be remote or a separate object, and may be configured to perform all processing on the device side. Alternatively, the excretion state display section 910 may be arranged on the second member 903.

Note that there may be a function to interpolate calculation of menstrual blood volume in case measurement is forgotten. For example, an average value of two times may be used, or statistical values up to the last month may be used.

(Embodiment 8)
Embodiment 8 will be described below using FIGS. 19A to 26C.

"8-1. Configuration"
FIG. 22 shows the system configuration of the excretion state management device 1001 according to the eighth embodiment.

The excretion state management device 1001 includes an excretion state measurement section 1002, an excretion state recording section 1003, a mental and physical state recording section 1004, an excretion state calculation section 1005, an excretion state determination section 1006, an excretion state display section 1007, It also includes a mental and physical state display section 1008.

The excretion state measuring unit 1002 is a measuring device that converts object information into electrical characteristics, typified by an optical imaging device, a weight sensor, an impedance meter, etc., as described in Embodiments 1 to 7.

The excretion state recording section 1003, the mental and physical state recording section 1004, the excretion state calculation section 1005, and the excretion state determination section 1006 are composed of electronic devices such as a personal computer, a microcomputer, a tablet, and a smartphone.

Examples of the excretion state display unit 1007 are a personal computer, a tablet, and a smartphone equipped with a display. An example of the mental and physical state display unit 1008 is a monitor device typified by a personal computer with a display, a tablet, and a smartphone. Further, the excretion state display section 1007 and the mental and physical state display section 1008 may be used as a monitor device such as a personal computer, a tablet, or a smartphone equipped with a display.

[8-2. motion]
<Initial settings>
The user installs an excretion status management device 1001 that can measure excretion status in the sanitary space. This measuring device is equipped with an image sensor as an excretory state measuring section 1002, a weight sensor, a switch sensor, and an information processing device on the measuring device side. After installation in a sanitary space, the power is turned on, the application is downloaded from a predetermined location to the user's information processing device, the application is activated, personal information is entered, and the system waits until the next operation is accepted. Here, it is assumed that a smartphone is used as the user-side information processing device.

The smartphone and the excretion state management device 1001 communicate via Bluetooth.

FIG. 23 shows a setting example. By tapping the settings button 1015 in FIG. 23, the sanitary napkin to be used can be registered in advance. The main sanitary napkins on the market are registered in advance, and you can select the one you want to use. If this option is not available, you can register a new one. The items to be registered at this time are the manufacturer, product name, the pre-measured weight of the napkin before use, and an image.

<Record>
When the application is downloaded and started, the user taps the settings button 1015 in FIG. 23 to input user information such as height, weight, and date of birth. It may also be input through data communication with a height meter or weight scale.

When recording menstrual blood using a used napkin, tap the menstrual blood recording button 1011 or 1018 shown in FIG. 23. At this time, after tapping the menstrual blood recording button 1011 or 1018, a photographing guide as shown in FIG. 24 may be presented to the user. By photographing using a photographing guide, it is also possible to measure the center of a used sanitary napkin and to photograph the entire sanitary napkin. At this time, if the menstrual blood is attached to the center of the sanitary napkin, the center of the sanitary napkin can be moved by itself to the optimal position. Following the photographic guide as described above, the user places the used sanitary napkin on the menstrual measurement device placed inside the measurement device, and presses the measurement button 1022 shown in FIG. The weight and images are taken.

The measured weight and the captured image are stored in the recording section. At the same time, there is also a recording section and a display system on the excretion state measuring section, and from the recording section, it is possible to input menstrual pain and other symptoms of menstruation.

Even if you forget the excretion status management device that takes a picture of a used napkin, you can tap the menstrual blood record button 1011 or 1018 in the dedicated application displayed in Figure 23 to take a picture and record it using the screen (Figure 24). Transition to a screen where you can take a photo of the finished napkin. Then, when the measurement button 1022 is tapped, a photographing screen appears, and it is possible to measure the center of the used sanitary napkin and photograph the entire sanitary napkin. At this time, if the menstrual blood is attached to the center of the sanitary napkin, the center of the sanitary napkin can be moved by itself to the optimal position. The measured weight and the captured image are stored in the recording section.

Furthermore, regarding the start and end dates of menstruation, they are shown in Figure 23.My period has arrived! By tapping button 1009, it will be recognized as the start date of menstruation.Furthermore, after this button is pressed, it will change to indicate that you are menstruating, and if you press this button on the day when menstruation has ended, it will be recognized as the end date of menstruation. is recorded. If you forget to enter the date, you can also change the date from the editing screen.

Examples of worrisome menstrual symptoms such as nausea, dizziness, anemia, etc. can be entered by tapping the menstrual recording button 1012 or 1019 in FIG. 23 to transition to a screen where the symptoms can be input. Furthermore, the symptoms items can be added by the user and are not specific to the above-mentioned symptoms. You can also input whether or not you are taking painkillers for menstrual pain.

Menstrual pain entered at this time is entered on a five-point scale ranging from no menstrual pain to the degree of pain. In this example, there are five stages, but the number of stages may be set by the user.

The record of the mind and body state can be entered by tapping the mind and body record input button 1010 or 1017 in FIG. Items to be recorded as mental and physical conditions include irritability, depression, negativity, sleepiness, appetite, headache, abdominal pain, chest tightness, joint pain, and acne on a five-point scale. Regarding appetite, there is a separate meal management item in the dedicated application that allows you to automatically record the contents of your meals.

Although not shown in Figure 23, the state of defecation is also entered on a seven-point scale based on the commonly used Bristol scale, ranging from constipation to diarrhea. It may also be configured to record the information as well.

Further, a configuration for inputting body temperature may be provided, and the input at this time can be input manually, but it may also be configured to input information from a thermometer connected via Bluetooth.

Furthermore, as a record of mental and physical conditions, a smart watch or a photoelectric sensor attached to a toilet seat may be used to input index values regarding heart rate and stress via communication.

Alternatively, a configuration may be adopted in which biological information such as heart rate, respiration measurement, sleep state measurement, number of steps walked, and blood oxygen saturation is acquired from a smart watch type health management device that can be used separately.

Since you can input your mental and physical conditions even during periods other than your menstrual period, it is also useful for understanding your daily health management.

<Information processing>
The excretion state determination unit 1006 has a built-in algorithm that outputs a determination result based on indicators of menstrual blood management. Further, the excretion state determining unit 1006 identifies the sanitary product used from images of sanitary products registered in advance. The amount of menstrual blood is calculated based on the data from the excretion state measurement unit 1002 based on the information on the specified sanitary products. Furthermore, the color of menstrual blood and the size of menstrual blood clots are determined based on the image information. As an example of analysis of menstrual blood color, it is classified as light pink, bright red/fresh blood, dark red, brown, light brown/beige, and others. In addition, menstrual blood clots are classified into three levels from no clot to standard values. An algorithm analyzes the results so that the lump size and menstrual blood color results can be combined and expressed. Furthermore, the date and time of recording are also recorded in each piece of data. In addition, the appropriate replacement time is calculated from information such as the date and time, the type, size, quantity, shape, adhesion status, and adhesion weight of the napkins used.

Furthermore, the excretion state determination unit 1006 calculates the BМI from the input height and weight, and calculates the average value of the input menstrual information such as the user's menstrual amount and menstrual pain for each BМI. The average value of each data is also calculated for each age. Here, BMI includes, for example, the classification of obesity criteria by the Japan Obesity Society: a) BMI less than 18.5 (low weight/skinny), b) 18.5 to less than 25 (normal weight), c) 25 to less. The menstrual amount of each user is based on: less than 30 (obesity 1 degree), d) 30 to less than 35 (obesity 2 degrees), e) 35 to less than 40 (obesity 3 degrees), f) 40 or more (obesity 4 degrees) The judgment results and input menstrual information such as menstrual pain may be divided into the categories a) to f) above, and the average value of the judgment results and menstrual information may be calculated for a) to f).

The data in the mental and physical state recording section 1004 is also calculated by the excretion state calculation section 1005. The excretion state determination unit 1006 has built-in indicators for menstrual blood management as well as an excretion state and a unique determination algorithm, and also has an algorithm for determining the mental and physical state.

With this calculation and algorithm, for example, when menstrual pain is input on a five-point scale, the score is 0 when there is no menstrual pain, and the score is 4 when it is the most painful. In addition, the physical and mental conditions entered as irritability, depression, negativity, sleepiness, appetite, headache, abdominal pain, chest tightness, joint pain, and acne are scored on a five-point scale. Furthermore, although mental and physical conditions and stress values can be recorded as many times as desired in a day, the information is processed so that the one with the highest value is displayed as the day's result.

An algorithm is built in so that the stress value is linked to the result of excretion status.

Furthermore, it has a built-in algorithm so that the input body temperature is linked to the results of excretion status.

Similar to the menstrual blood state, the excretion state determination unit 1006 calculates the average value of the data input for each BMI and age for the mental and physical state.

<Display>
Display examples of the excretion state display section are shown in FIGS. 23, 24, 25A, 25B, 25C, 26A, 26B, and 26C. This is an example of display and is not limited to this.

Buttons 1016 to 1021 shown at the bottom of FIG. 23 are displayed at the bottom no matter which page you go to. For example, tap 1016 to go to the top page, tap 1017 to go to the mind and body record page, tap 1018 to go to the menstrual blood record page, tap 1019 to go to the menstrual record page, and tap 1020 to go to the menstrual record page. If you tap 1021 to go to the blood data page, you will be taken to the mind and body data page.

The procedure for recording menstrual blood is as described in the <Record> section above. During recording, when 1022 is tapped on the recording screen 1A shown in FIG. 24, menstrual blood is measured and recorded, and then the analysis screen 2A (FIG. 25A) is displayed on the display unit. On this screen, records regarding the amount of menstrual blood and the state of menstrual blood for one day can be viewed. The results of one menstrual blood volume measurement are represented by each element of a bar graph, and the results (each element) measured on the same date are integrated to form one stacked bar graph, which is represented as the total amount for one day. Also, below the amount of menstrual blood, the color and clumps of menstrual blood are displayed. The color and mass of menstrual blood displayed at this time are determined by the worst score of the day. Regarding the measurement results for each measurement, if you tap the current record button 1023 or scroll upwards on the analysis screen 2A, the analysis screen 2B (Fig. 25B) displays the menstrual blood amount and color along with the measurement time. The size of the lump is displayed.

If you wish to view monthly records on the analysis screen 2A in FIG. 25A, tap the monthly record button 1024 to display the analysis screen 2C (FIG. 25C). On the analysis screen 2C, monthly menstrual blood volume and monthly excretion status are displayed. Furthermore, a message is displayed prompting the user to change the napkin when the appropriate time has come based on the type of napkin being used and the area of blood on the napkin.

In addition, when the monthly menstrual blood volume button 1027 is tapped on the analysis screen 2C, the total amount of menstrual blood per cycle and the menstrual start and end dates may be displayed as the monthly menstrual blood volume. Users will be able to easily recognize when their menstruation starts and ends. Furthermore, when the monthly excretion status button 1028 is tapped on the analysis screen 2C, monthly excretion status changes may also be displayed.

Further, the excretion state management device 1001 can be used by a plurality of users, and the excretion state display section 1007 can notify the determination results regarding the plurality of users. For example, the excretion state determination unit 1006 determines whether each user is fit based on the measured values regarding menstrual blood measured by the excretion state measurement unit 1002 for a plurality of users or the mental and physical conditions recorded in the mental and physical state recording unit 1004. Calculates and determines menstrual blood volume, clot size, menstrual blood color, mental and physical condition, etc. Next, in the analysis screen 2A of FIG. 25A, when the user taps the comparison button 1025 with other people, the user's judgment results are displayed in the excretion state display section 1007 and the mental and physical state display section, along with the judgment results of other users. The configuration may be such that the information is displayed in 1008.

Furthermore, when the comparison with other people button 1025 is tapped on the analysis screen 2A in FIG. A configuration may also be adopted in which users are classified, an average value of the determination results is calculated for each classification, and the excretion state display section 1007 displays the determination results regarding the users and the average value.

For example, results regarding user groups classified based on the BMI calculated by the excretion state determining unit 1006 from the input height and weight, and menstrual periods classified into user groups by height are displayed. As an example, if the age entered by the user is 25 years old, pressing the Compare button 1025 with other people will compare the user's own judgment values regarding menstrual blood volume and mental and physical condition with those of the 25-year-old. The average value is displayed. Furthermore, in addition to displaying classifications based on height, weight, BMI, and age, for example, if you are 25 years old and your BMI is 20, you can display groups that fit both categories. The average value may be displayed.

Furthermore, it is also possible to display the relationship between PMS status and menstrual amount for each day's physical condition input at the same time.

When the analysis view button 1026 is tapped on the analysis screen 2A (FIG. 25A), a guide on how to view each analysis result is displayed, although not shown.

Examples displayed on the mental and physical state display section 1008 are shown in FIGS. 23 and 26A to 26C. This is an example of display and is not limited to this.

When the mind and body data button 1014 or 1021 is tapped on screen 1 shown in FIG. 23, an analysis screen 3A (FIG. 26A) is displayed on the display section. On the analysis screen 3A, first, a line graph of daily changes in stress values is displayed. During the menstrual period, a bar graph of menstrual blood volume and a line graph representing changes in stress values are displayed. In addition to the stress value, a configuration may also be adopted in which the amount of menstrual flow and the amount of daily temperature change are displayed. In FIG. 23, when the menstrual blood data button 1013 is tapped, menstrual blood data is displayed on the display section.

Next, when the current record button 1029 is tapped on the analysis screen 3A, the analysis screen 3B (FIG. 26B) is displayed on the display section. As shown in analysis screen 3B, here, the items that represent mental and physical conditions are irritability, depression, negativity, sleepiness, appetite, headache, abdominal pain, lower back pain, chest tightness, joint pain, and acne, each evaluated on a five-point scale. The items entered are displayed as a graph for each date. The scores from the lowest score to the highest score are represented by the size of the circle and are graphed. The date displayed on this graph is the same as the graph of menstrual amount, stress value, and body temperature change on the analysis screen 3A. In addition, the relationship between urination and defecation conditions and changes in these conditions and changes in excretion conditions, the relationship between sleep conditions and excretion conditions and PMS conditions, changes in stress levels and changes in urine and stool conditions, changes in sleep conditions and changes in acne conditions, , information such as acne status and changes in excretion status may be displayed.

Furthermore, by tapping the monthly record button 1030 on the analysis screen 3A, data from one month ago can be displayed and the past status can be looked back on, as shown on the analysis screen 3C (FIG. 26C). In addition, in FIG. 26C, an analysis screen C shows changes in data from one month ago regarding sleepiness, which is an item representing the mental and physical state. On this display, the daily menstrual blood volume measurement values of the previous and current menstruation may be displayed in the form of a bar graph. Further, it may be configured to display other items representing mental and physical conditions as described above.

In addition, when the comparison button 1031 with other people is tapped on the analysis screen 3A, the excretion state display section 1007 displays user groups classified based on the BMI calculated from the input height and weight, and user groups by height. The results of items representing mental and physical conditions classified by are displayed. For example, if your age is 25 years old, when you press the compare button 1031 with other people, the average value of items representing mental and physical conditions for 25-year-olds will be displayed. Furthermore, in addition to displaying each item individually, the product of BMI and age, for example, if you are 25 years old and your BMI is 20, the average value of the items representing the mental and physical state of the group that applies to both will be displayed. It is now possible to do so. As a result, it is possible to display analysis results such as how many people are highly irritated among people using the service as an item that represents their mental and physical state, and to find out how many people have similar tendencies as themselves. It is possible to figure out for yourself how many people are there.

When the analysis view button 1032 is tapped on the analysis screen 3A, a view of this page is shown, so that the user can understand the information correctly.

Although not illustrated this time, it may be configured to graph the relationship between defecation and urination status and menstrual amount.

Further, as a service, a configuration may be provided in which a community of users of this device can be formed and communication can be established among people who exhibit similar tendencies as the user.

In addition, this application may be configured to register whether or not to share the judgment results with other users using the setting button 1015, and the comparison buttons 1025 and 1031 with other people are only available to users who have agreed to share the results. Enabling this allows consideration of privacy.

[8-3. effect]
If the total amount of menstrual blood measured in one menstrual cycle exceeds 140 ml, hypermenorrhea is suspected. In the case of heavy menstruation, it is said that diseases such as uterine fibroids, adenomyosis, endometriosis, and anemia may be hidden, and the total amount of menstrual blood of 140 ml is set as the standard for heavy menstrual flow in the excretion status display section 1007. By displaying this as a value, if the measured amount of menstrual blood is greater than the menorrhagic reference value, it is possible to detect signs of these diseases.

Additionally, if the total amount of menstrual blood in one menstrual cycle is 20 ml or less, oligomenorrhea is suspected. In the case of meager menstruation, it is said that there are hidden diseases caused by abnormal hormone secretion such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, Hashimoto's disease, and menopause, and it has also been pointed out that it may lead to infertility in the future. By displaying 20 ml of the total amount of menstrual blood as the hypomenorrhagic reference value on the excretion state display section 1007, these signs can be detected when the measured menstrual blood volume is smaller than the hypomenorrhagic reference value.

Furthermore, signs of illness can be detected by measuring the color of menstrual blood, the presence or absence of vaginal discharge, etc. based on the image data measured by the excretory state measurement unit 1002. For example, if the color of menstrual blood is orange, it is suspected that the patient has a sexually transmitted disease or bacterial infection, and if the color of menstrual blood is gray, it is suspected that the patient has some kind of infection. If clots with a size of about 2 cm or more are observed frequently, symptoms such as uterine fibroids, uterine polyps, or endometriosis may be considered. In addition, if there are many liver-shaped lumps, excessive menstruation is suspected, and it is possible to detect a gynecological disease.

Generally, when stress or sleep deprivation continues, things like the menstrual cycle, menstrual pain, and menstrual flow may become disrupted, but according to this embodiment, the amount of menstrual blood is measured using objective rather than subjective data. By displaying it as a graph, it becomes possible to grasp the signs of these disturbances. It will also be possible to easily determine whether the menstrual cycle is disrupted even though stress levels are stable.

In addition, data is linked and graphed regarding the relationship between constipation and diarrhea and excretion status such as menstrual pain and menstrual flow, and the relationship with stress value fluctuations, allowing users to easily understand their status. This makes it easy to understand whether you are prone to constipation before your period, how many days before your period you are likely to experience constipation, and whether your constipation is associated with your menstrual cycle or not. Furthermore, it will be possible to understand whether there is a relationship between the severity of constipation and stress and changes in excretion status.

In addition, it is possible to determine whether or not PMS symptoms, which are commonly referred to, appear periodically as discomfort before menstruation, and if they do appear periodically, how many days before the start of menstruation do the symptoms appear? It becomes easier to understand. As a result, it will be possible to predict the start of menstruation based on the appearance of symptoms such as constipation that manifest as premenstrual syndrome, and to predict the appearance of PМS symptoms based on the menstrual cycle, making it possible to provide data that is closely related to the individual.

As a result, symptoms that appear several days before the start of menstruation based on the normal menstrual cycle will not appear, and it will be possible to understand cases such as changes in body temperature that are different from normal, as well as irregularities in menstruation. Become. It also becomes possible to understand changes in the severity of symptoms that appear as premenstrual syndrome. For example, after acne becomes worse than the symptoms that appear before normal menstruation, menstrual pain becomes worse than before, or the amount of menstrual blood increases. is also possible. In general, the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome vary greatly from person to person, so it is necessary to provide data tailored to the user, and it is important to be able to understand trends in one's own symptoms.With this system, data tailored to the individual needs to be provided. This will make it possible to provide lifestyle habits tailored to the individual.

For example, by predicting hormonal cycles based on a combination of factors such as basal body temperature and stress levels, and understanding changes in a person's menstrual cycle and skin condition, it will be possible to understand skin conditions tailored to that person's unique menstrual cycle. As a result, users will be able to predict when their own skin will become dry or prone to acne, allowing them to take proper care of their skin. Furthermore, by linking this menstrual cycle and skin data with beauty devices, it will be possible to propose skin care tailored just for that person.

Furthermore, by measuring disturbances in the autonomic nervous system by measuring heartbeats taken from a toilet seat, etc., and by understanding the menstrual cycle, excretion state, and basal body temperature, it becomes possible to predict symptoms of menopause, for example.

In addition, by simultaneously recording weight and diet, it becomes possible to grasp the signs of the risk of amenorrhea due to lack of energy, which is known as the triad of athletes.

By capturing the weight and images to detect the amount, color, and presence of clumps of menstrual blood, it can also tell when the napkin has been replaced. It can also be determined from the image whether menstrual blood is leaking from the napkin. It also determines whether the type of napkin you are using is appropriate. As a result, if it is determined that the napkin has not been changed at an appropriate time, the user can receive a notification that it is time to change the napkin as a reminder function.

Furthermore, it will suggest the recommended size of napkins based on your past trends in menstrual blood flow, and will also suggest recommended napkins based on the types and brands of napkins you have been using. In addition, since it determines the total number of napkins each person uses, it makes suggestions to encourage purchase, such as ``It's time to buy new ones,'' and even more. By collaborating with a site that sells napkins, you will be able to purchase new napkins from that site.

By providing this record to medical institutions, information on physical and mental conditions such as irritability, constipation, and headaches is recorded together with menstrual information, so symptoms such as irritability, constipation, and headaches appear every menstrual cycle. It will now be possible to determine whether it is premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or the manifestation of another disease, and by providing this information to medical personnel, it can be used as an auxiliary tool for medical diagnosis.

In addition, medical questionnaires filled out at medical institutions and menstrual management notebooks provide data such as menstrual flow as objectively obtained data rather than subjective evaluations by users themselves, so they can be used as more effective diagnostic aids. Moreover, since the data itself is online, it is possible to easily provide this data to the medical side. Since it can be easily printed, it can also be used as a medical questionnaire, or as a menstrual management notebook for people undergoing follow-up observation.

Another feature is that you can see at a glance the effects of prescriptions provided by medical institutions and what you are doing to manage your physical condition.

Furthermore, since there is a function that allows people with the same tendencies to connect with each other, it is possible to share information on countermeasures such as how to alleviate symptoms such as breast tightness before menstruation, for example. , and even become able to share their concerns with each other. In addition, medical supervision is provided for countermeasures, which makes it possible to eliminate suspicious information, so users can use the system with peace of mind.

(Embodiment 9)
Embodiment 9 will be described below with reference to FIGS. 27A to 30.

[9-1. composition]
The menstrual blood condition measuring section of this embodiment will be explained using FIGS. 27A to 30. 27A and 27B are external views of the main body 2001 as a menstrual blood condition measuring section of this embodiment, FIGS. 28A to 28E are operational schematic diagrams of the main body 2001, FIG. 29 is a block diagram of this embodiment, and FIG. is an operation flow diagram of this embodiment.

In these figures, the main body 2001 includes a box part 2002 and a lid part 2003, and FIG. 27A shows a state in which the lid part 2003 is closed, and FIG. 27B shows a state in which the lid part 2003 is opened. The main body 2001 can be installed in a user's home, work, school, store, or other location such as a toilet.

The box portion 2002 is capable of storing used sanitary products such as napkins, as will be described later. After a certain amount of used sanitary products have been stored, an opening 2004 is provided for taking out the product to the outside of the main body 2001 for disposal, and the opening 2004 is provided with a handle 2005. Further, as shown in FIG. 27B, the box portion 2002 includes a loading portion 2006 for loading used napkins and an odor sensor 2007. The stacking section 2006 is made of a flexible sheet-like member having a constant width, as will be described later. A preset gap is provided between the loading section 2006 and the surrounding casing of the main body 2001. Note that in order to prevent odor from entering or exiting through this gap, a flexible member such as a sponge or a brush may be provided on the casing side of the main body 2001 around the loading section 2006 so as to fill this gap.

A distance sensor 2008 is disposed on the outer surface of the lid portion 2003, and an image sensor 2009 is disposed on the inner side. The image sensor 2009 is disposed at a position facing the loading section 2006 when the lid section 2003 is closed. The image sensor 2009 is equipped with a wide-angle lens so that it can take an image of the entire surface of the loading section 2006.

The configuration of the box portion 2002 will be explained with reference to FIGS. 28A to 28E. 28A to 28E show schematic configurations taken along the line AA' in FIGS. 27A and 27B. Here, the loading section 2006 is a flexible sheet-like member configured in a ring shape, and is supported by roller parts 2011 and 2012 inside the ring, and the sheet-like member can be rotated by the rotation of the roller parts 2011 and 2012. It has become. The roller parts 2011 and 2012 have their respective rotating shafts supported by a support part 2013. A rotation drive unit (not shown) that drives rotation of at least one of the roller units 2011 and 2012 is provided. As shown in FIGS. 28A to 28E, the support section 2013 is rotatably supported by the box section 2002 at the end on the roller section 2011 side from a horizontal state to a certain angle downward. The cleaning unit 2014 cleans the surface of the stacking unit 2006, and when the sheet-shaped member of the stacking unit 2006 is rotating, it squeezes the surface of the sheet-shaped member to remove dirt on the surface of the sheet-shaped member. It is now possible to do so. Note that the surface of the sheet-like member is made of a water-repellent material or the like, so that it is difficult to get dirty. Reference numeral 2015 is a storage section for used napkins, and 2016 is a weight measurement section that can measure the weight of the storage section 2015. The storage section 2015 can be taken out of the main body 2001 by opening the opening 2004. Further, the storage section 2015 is made of a waterproof member, and even if it gets dirty, the whole can be washed with water or detergent to remove the dirt. Reference numeral 2017 denotes a sterilizing unit for sterilizing the inside of the main body 2001, which generates ozone, hypochlorous acid, ultraviolet rays, etc., for example.

As shown in the block diagram of FIG. 29, the main body 2001 can communicate with a user's information terminal 2019 as a menstrual blood status display unit and a server 2020 as a menstrual status determination unit. Note that multiple main bodies 2001 may be installed at users' homes, workplaces, schools, stores, and other locations, so as shown in the figure, two or more main bodies 2111, 2112, 2113 may be configured to be able to communicate with the information terminal 2019 and the server 2020. The server 2020 stores information transmitted from the main body 2001 for each user of the main body 2001, and performs analysis and the like. Further, the server 2020 can communicate with an information terminal 2019 and an information terminal 2021 of an administrator who performs maintenance of the main body 2001 and the like. Note that if the user and the administrator are the same, the information terminal 2021 is also used as the information terminal 2019.

[9-2. motion]
The operation of the above configuration will be explained using the operation flow diagram of FIG. 30. Here, we will discuss the case where a user changes napkins in the toilet at home during the menstrual period. A main body 2001 is installed inside the toilet. First, when no used napkins are stored in the storage section 2015 of the main body 2001, the stacking section 2006 is in a horizontal state as shown in FIG. 28A.

Next, when the user changes napkins in the toilet at home, in step ST901, when the user places his hand over the distance sensor 2008 of the main body 2001 installed in the toilet, the distance sensor 2008 reacts, and the lid part 2003 opens to the state shown in FIG. 27B.

Next, the user separates the used napkin 2018 attached to the underwear from the underwear, and in step ST902, places the used napkin 2018 on the loading section 2006 with the side with menstrual blood on top, and places the used napkin 2018 on the stacking section 2006, and When the user places his/her hand over the cover 2003, the lid 2003 closes, resulting in the state shown in FIG. 28B.

Next, in step ST903, the image sensor 2009 captures an image of the surface of the used napkin 2018 to which menstrual blood is attached, and the odor sensor 2007 detects the odor of the space where the used napkins 2018 are loaded, that is, the used napkins 2018. Detects the odor generated from menstrual blood on the body. Further, the weight W1 of the storage section 2015 is measured by the weight measuring section 2016. The photographed image data, the measured odor data, and W1 are stored in the storage unit 2010 of the main body 2001.

Next, in step ST904, while rotating the end of the support section 2013 and pointing one end of the loading section 2006 downward as shown by the downward arrow in FIG. 28B, as shown in FIG. 28C, the roller sections 2011, 2012 is rotated clockwise for a certain period of time, and the used napkins 2018 on the stacking section 2006 are dropped and stored in the storage section 2015. The rotation time at this time is set to a time during which the loading section 2006 rotates at least half a revolution around the roller sections 2011 and 2012. Note that an adhesive layer for sticking to underwear is provided on the surface of the used napkin 2018 on the stacking section 2006 side. The adhesive layer may adhere to the stacking section 2006 of used napkins 2018, making it difficult for the used napkins 2018 to peel off from the stacking section 2006. However, in this embodiment, since the surface of the sheet-like member of the stacking section 2006 is made of a water-repellent material or the like, the adhesive layer easily peels off from the stacking section 2006. Moreover, since the sheet-like member is bent into a hairpin shape and rotated by the roller part 2012, the adhesive layer is peeled off from the stacking part 2006 due to the weight of the used napkin 2018 near the roller part 2012, and the used napkin 2018 is stored. 2015.

Next, in step ST905, after the used napkin 2018 falls and is stored in the storage section 2015, the end of the support section 2013 is rotated in the opposite direction as shown by the upward arrow in FIG. With one end of 2006 facing upward, as shown in FIG. 28E, the loading section 2006 is returned to its original horizontal position, and the rotation of the roller sections 2011 and 2012 is stopped.

Next, in step ST906, the weight measurement section 2016 measures the weight W2 of the storage section 2015, and W2 is stored in the storage section 2010 of the main body 2001.

Next, in step ST907, the information terminal 2019 owned by the user communicates with the main body 2001, and the main body 2001 acquires the user's identification information and stores it in the storage unit 2010 as user identification information. Note that main body identification information such as the serial number of the main body 2001 is stored in advance in the storage unit 2010.

Next, in step ST908, the main body 2001 communicates with the server 2020, and sends the image data, odor data, W1, W2, main body identification information, etc. stored in the storage unit 2010 to the server 2020 in association with the user identification information. and will be remembered.

Next, in step ST909, the sterilizing unit 2017 generates ozone, hypochlorous acid, ultraviolet rays, etc. in the main body 2001 for a certain period of time to sterilize the used napkins 2018 stored in the storage unit 2015 and the surface of the loading unit 2006. etc., suppresses the odor generated from menstrual blood, and suppresses the growth of unnecessary bacteria and the occurrence of bad odors due to bacterial growth.

In the server 2020, the weight W3 of the napkin used by the user is inputted in advance via the information terminal 2019, so the amount of menstrual blood attached to the used napkin is calculated by subtracting W1 and W3 from W2, Remember.

The above operation is performed every time the user changes a napkin. In addition, as shown in FIG. 29, napkins can be exchanged using any of the main units 2111, 2112, 2113, etc. installed at home, work, school, store, etc. The same operation as above is performed on each main unit, and the image data, odor data, W1, W2, menstrual blood amount data, main unit identification information, etc. collected by each main unit are linked to the user identification information. It is sent to server 2020 and stored.

In addition, the server 2020 uses the stored image data to determine the color of menstrual blood, the presence or absence of clots, and the size of the blood, as described in Embodiments 1 to 10, and the general blood flow during the menstrual period. Calculate blood volume. Trend data such as the amount of menstrual blood, color, clot size, and odor intensity during the menstrual period, as well as trends in the total menstrual flow during the menstrual period, are sent from the user's information terminal 2019 to the server 2020. It can be accessed and viewed on the information terminal 2019.

[9-3. effect]
Due to the above operation, in the portable device described in Embodiment 7, it was necessary to manually roll up the used napkin and store it in a sanitary box or the like after measuring the weight and photographing the used napkin with the device. According to this embodiment, when replacing a napkin, simply placing a used napkin on the loading section 2006 automatically measures the menstrual blood characteristics and stores it, so there is no need to manually store the napkin. , it becomes possible to measure menstrual blood characteristics without much effort.

Note that when W2 exceeds a preset value, the server 2020 determines that the storage capacity of used napkins in the storage unit 2015 is approaching full, and issues an alarm prompting the user to discard the napkins stored in the storage unit 2015. A configuration may also be adopted in which the notification is sent to the information terminal 2021 of the administrator. Alternatively, a line sensor or the like may be arranged near the upper end of the storage section 2015 to detect the full storage amount of used napkins in the storage section 2015, and the information terminal 2021 may notify when the storage section 2015 is full. .

Furthermore, the sterilization unit 2017 sterilizes the inside of the main body 2001 for a certain period of time. Thereafter, the odor sensor 2007 is periodically operated to measure the odor intensity within the main body 2001 during a period when the main body 2001 is not in operation due to napkin replacement. If the odor intensity is above a predetermined value, the sterilization unit 2017 sterilizes the inside of the main body 2001 for a certain period of time to lower the odor intensity. If the odor intensity does not fall below a predetermined value even after sterilization, the main body 2001 sends a message to the administrator's information terminal 2021 via the server 2020 indicating that the odor in the main body 2001 is strong and that the napkins stored in the storage section 2015 should be disposed of or discarded. A configuration may also be adopted in which an alarm indicating that maintenance such as cleaning inside the main body 2001 is required is transmitted and the information terminal 2021 is notified.

(Embodiment 10)
Embodiment 10 will be described below using FIGS. 31 to 33.

[10-1. composition]
This embodiment differs from Embodiment 9 in that, as an alternative to the loading section 2006, a configuration is provided in which used napkins are folded and stored in a storage section 2015 after image capture and odor measurement. FIG. 31 is a configuration diagram of the loading section 2030. The loading section 2030 includes a center plate section 2030C, a right plate section 2030R, and a left plate section 2030L. Each can be rotated in the valley fold direction. Moreover, the rotating parts 2131 and 2132 are equipped with elastic members, and when the right plate part 2030R and the left plate part 2030L are released from the valley-folded state, the elastic force of the elastic members changes the valley-folded state to the horizontal state. It has a restorable configuration. The surface of the stacking section 2030 is made of a water-repellent material, a release film, etc., and the adhesive layer disposed on the lower surface of the used napkin 2018 is difficult to adhere to the surface of the stacking section 2030. There is. A preset gap is provided between the loading section 2030 and the surrounding casing of the main body 2001. In order to prevent odor from entering or exiting through this gap, a flexible member such as a sponge or a brush may be provided on the casing side of the main body 2001 around the loading section 2030 so as to fill this gap. Further, the loading section 2030 is supported by the main body 2001 and the rotating shaft section 2033, and the loading section 2030 can be rotated in the direction of the storage section 2015 about the rotating shaft section 2033 as an axis.

[10-2. motion]
The folding operation of a used napkin with the above configuration will be explained using FIGS. 32A to 32D. 32A to 32D schematically show the configuration taken along the BB' cross section in FIG. 31. FIG. 32A shows a state in which the used napkin 2018 is placed on the stacking section 2030 with the menstrual blood adhering surface facing upward. Telescoping and rotating parts 2031 and 2032 are arranged at the lower part of the loading part 2030. The telescoping and rotating parts 2031 and 2032 extend vertically toward the front from the rear side wall of the main body 2001, and can be moved in a predetermined horizontal direction by a drive mechanism (not shown) provided on the rear side wall of the main body 2001. The main body 2001 is configured to be expandable and contractible in the front-rear direction. When used napkins 2018 are loaded on the stacking section 2030, the telescopic rotating sections 2031 and 2032 are in an extended state, and the rotating shaft section 2033 and the telescopic rotating section 2031 are in an extended state so that the stacking section 2030 is in a horizontal state. , 2032 supports the loading section 2030.

Next, after image shooting and odor measurement are performed, as shown in FIG. 32B, the telescopic rotating part 2031 moves horizontally in the direction of the arrow, and the right plate part 2030R of the loading part 2030 is pressed by the telescopic rotating part 2031. rotates counterclockwise around the rotating portion 2131. Then, due to the movement of the right plate portion 2030R, the right side of the used napkin 2018 is bent toward the center of the used napkin 2018. When the bending is completed, the telescopic rotating portion 2031 returns to its original position, and at the same time, the right plate portion 2030R also returns to its original horizontal state due to the elastic force of the elastic member of the rotating portion 2131.

Next, as shown in FIG. 32C, the telescopic rotating section 2032 moves horizontally in the direction of the arrow, and the left plate section 2030L of the loading section 2030 rotates clockwise around the rotating section 2132 due to the pressure of the telescopic rotating section 2032. Rotate. Then, due to the movement of the left plate portion 2030L, the left side of the used napkin 2018 is bent toward the center of the used napkin 2018. At this time, since an adhesive layer for attaching to underwear is originally provided on the upper surface 2018U of the used napkin 2018 that was previously folded, the used napkin 2018U that is bent from the left side is attached to this adhesive layer. The napkin 2018 is adhered and the used napkin 2018 is folded as shown in Figure 32D. When the bending is completed, the telescoping rotating part 2032 returns to its original position, and the left plate part 2030L also returns to its original horizontal state due to the elastic force of the elastic member of the rotating part 2132, as shown in FIG. 32D, and is used. The folding operation of napkin 2018 is completed.

Next, as the rotating parts 2131 and 2132 change from the extended state to the contracted state, the loading part 2030 is no longer supported in a horizontal state, so as shown in FIG. The front side of the napkin 2018 moves downward, and the folded used napkin 2018 falls into the storage section 2015 due to its own weight and is stored therein. Then, after a predetermined time, the telescopic rotating parts 2031 and 2032 change from the contracted state to the extended state, so that the bottom surface of the loading part 2030 is pushed by the telescopic rotating parts 2031 and 2032, and the loading part The front side of the loading section 2030 moves upward, and the loading section 2030 returns to its original horizontal state and is supported.

[10-3. effect]
By the above-mentioned operation, the used napkin is automatically folded and stored, thereby preventing the storage section from becoming dirty with menstrual blood from the used napkin, thereby improving hygiene. Note that the folding configurations shown in FIGS. 31 to 33 are examples of embodiments, and other existing folding techniques may be applied.

Furthermore, in Embodiment 9, for example, an existing sealing technology is provided on the upper part of the loading section 2006 and the storage section 2015, and a used napkin is sealed in a resin bag and then stored in the storage section 2015. This also prevents the loading section 2006 and the storage section 2015 from getting dirty due to menstrual blood adhering to used napkins, and prevents the odor from the used napkins from spreading into the main body 2001, further improving hygiene. becomes possible.

(Embodiment 11)
Embodiment 11 will be described below using FIG. 34.

"11-1. Configuration"
FIG. 34 shows the system configuration of the excretion state management device 3001 according to the eleventh embodiment.

The excretion state management device 3001 includes an excretion state measurement section 3002, an excretion state recording section 3003, a mental and physical state recording section 3004, an excretion state calculation section 3005, an excretion state determination section 3006, an excretion state display section 3007, It also includes a mental and physical state display section 3008.

The excretion state measuring section 3002 is a measuring device that includes a loading section for loading sanitary products, as described in Embodiments 1 to 7, and converts object information of the sanitary products loaded on the loading section into electrical characteristics. For example, it is at least one of an optical photographing device, a weight sensor, an impedance meter, etc. In this embodiment, a vaginal discharge sheet is targeted as a sanitary product.

The excretion state recording unit 3003, the mental and physical state recording unit 3004, the excretion state calculation unit 3005, and the excretion state determination unit 3006 are composed of electronic devices such as a personal computer, a microcomputer, a tablet, and a smartphone, or Configured within a dedicated server.

Examples of the excretion state display unit 3007 are a personal computer, a tablet, and a smartphone equipped with a display. An example of the mental and physical state display unit 3008 is a monitor device typified by a personal computer equipped with a display, a tablet, and a smartphone.

In the configuration of this embodiment, the excretion state recording section 3003, the mental and physical state recording section 3004, the excretion state calculation section 3005, the excretion state determination section 3006, the excretion state display section 3007, and the mental and physical state display section 3008 are included in the smartphone. It is assumed that there is The excretion state measuring unit 3002 is separate from the smartphone, and is configured to have a portable size as shown in FIG. 16, for example. The excretion state measurement unit 3002 and the smartphone can communicate with a dedicated server, and the excretion state measurement unit 3002 and the smartphone can communicate directly with each other via Bluetooth.

"11-2. Operation"
<Initial settings>
The user installs the excretion state measurement unit 3002 that can measure the state of vaginal discharge in a sanitary space, turns on the power, downloads a dedicated application to the user's smartphone from a specified location, starts the program, and enters personal information. , performs the reception. Turn on the Bluetooth of the smartphone and synchronize with the excretion state measurement unit 3002.

A vaginal discharge sheet for use in a special application can be registered in advance. The main vaginal discharge sheets available on the market are registered in advance, and you can select the one you want to use. If this option is not available, you can register a new one. The items to be registered at this time are the product name, the pre-measured weight of the vaginal discharge sheet before use, and an image.

<Record>
When you download the application, enter your height, weight, and date of birth in advance. Weight can be input manually, but it can also be input by linking with a scale.
When the user places a used vaginal discharge sheet on the loading surface of the excretion state measuring section 3002 and presses a switch button, the excretion state measuring section 3002 photographs the weight and image of the used vaginal discharge sheet.

At this time, by taking pictures according to the photographing guide shown in FIG. 24, it is possible to measure the center of the used discharge sheet and to photograph the entire discharge sheet. At this time, if the discharge is off the center of the discharge sheet, the user can move the center of the discharge sheet by itself to move it to the optimal position. The measured weight and the captured image are stored in the excretion state recording unit 3003 in the smartphone or dedicated server. At the same time, it is also possible to input symptoms of concern, such as the presence or absence of itching in the vagina, from the device side.

Even if you forget the excretion state measurement unit 3002, if you tap Recording Vaginal Discharge in the dedicated application on your smartphone, you will be taken to a screen where you can take and record your vaginal discharge, and then you will be transferred to a screen where you can take a picture of a used vaginal discharge sheet. Tapping a predetermined button in the dedicated application will take you to a shooting screen where you can measure the center of the used vaginal discharge sheet and photograph the entire used vaginal discharge sheet with your smartphone's camera. At this time, if the discharge is off the center of the used discharge sheet, the user can move the center of the used discharge sheet by itself and move it to the optimal position. The measured weight and the captured image are stored in the recording section.

Examples of worrisome symptoms associated with vaginal discharge, such as the odor of vaginal discharge and itching in the vagina, can be entered on a screen within the application. Other symptoms can also be added, and are not limited to the symptoms listed above.

Records of mental and physical conditions can be input from the dedicated application. Items to be recorded as mental and physical conditions include irritability, depression, negativity, sleepiness, appetite, headache, abdominal pain, chest tightness, joint pain, and acne on a five-point scale. Regarding appetite, there is a separate meal management item in the dedicated application that allows you to automatically record the contents of your meals.

Furthermore, the condition of the stool can be entered on a seven-point scale based on the Bristol scale, ranging from constipation to diarrhea. In addition to the state of your stool, you can also record the state of your urine.

There is also an item for entering body temperature, which can be entered manually, but it is also possible to enter information from a thermometer connected via Bluetooth.

As a record of your mental and physical state, you can also measure your heart rate using a smart watch or a photoelectric sensor attached to the toilet seat, and measure your stress level from there, and record your stress level.

In addition, biological information such as heart rate, respiration measurement, sleep state measurement, number of steps walked, and blood oxygen saturation can be obtained from a smart watch-type health management device that can be used separately.

Since you can input your mental and physical conditions even during periods other than your menstrual period, it is also useful for understanding your daily health management.

<Information processing>
The excretion state determination unit 3006 has a built-in algorithm that outputs a determination result based on indicators of vaginal discharge management, and the sanitary products used are identified from images of sanitary products that have been registered in advance, and based on that information. , the amount of vaginal discharge is calculated based on the data from the excretory state measurement unit 3002, and the color and size of the vaginal discharge are determined from the image information. As an example of color analysis of vaginal discharge, it is classified as colorless, whitish-brown, pale yellow, white, yellow, green, yellow-green, brownish-brown, red, and others. Also, lumps are classified by size and shape.

Furthermore, time data is also recorded in each data.

The data in the mental and physical condition recording section 3004 are also calculated in the excretory condition calculation section 3005, and the mental and physical condition is determined in the excretory condition determination section 3006 using the calculation results.

The excretion state determination unit 3006 has built-in indicators for vaginal discharge management as well as a unique determination algorithm, as well as an algorithm for determining the mental and physical state.

The physical and mental states of irritability, depression, negativity, sleepiness, appetite, headache, abdominal pain, chest tightness, joint pain, and acne are scored on a five-point scale.

You can record your mental and physical state and stress levels as many times as you like in a day, but the information is processed so that the highest value is displayed as the day's result.

An algorithm is built in so that the stress value is linked to the results of menstrual status.

Furthermore, it has a built-in algorithm that links the entered body temperature with the results of menstrual status.

The height, weight, and BMI information calculated from the information input in the excrement condition determination unit are also converted into data in a form that is not linked to the user.

"11-3. Effect"
The nature of vaginal discharge varies depending on the menstrual cycle and physical condition, and is an important barometer for understanding health status. The condition of vaginal discharge can be a sign of illness, so it is important to keep records of vaginal discharge on a daily basis. For example, an irregular lifestyle or stress may cause a decline in ovarian function, resulting in a decline in the self-cleaning function of the vagina, which may result in inflammation within the vagina. Furthermore, if you are infected with a sexually transmitted disease, which has been on the rise in recent years, the symptoms may appear in your vaginal discharge. If you are infected with chlamydial cervicitis, candida vaginitis, gonococcal infection, or trichomonas vaginitis, the color, amount, shape, and odor of the vaginal discharge may be different from normal, so if these occur, please consult a gynecologist or other doctor. It is preferable to see a doctor. By bringing your data with you when you visit your doctor, you can easily and appropriately tell your doctor about when your symptoms started. In addition, data can be displayed simply by launching a special application from the smartphone that you usually use, so if you are filling it out on paper, you may forget to bring it with you, but using our system. This will prevent you from forgetting to bring it with you. Furthermore, information that may affect changes in vaginal discharge, such as menstrual information (menstrual cycle, etc.), stress status, and sleep information, can be easily displayed to medical institutions within the same application, making it easier to conduct medical interviews. It is thought that it will be easier.

By capturing weight and images to detect the amount and color of vaginal discharge, it can also tell when the discharge sheet has been replaced. From the image, it can be determined whether or not vaginal discharge is leaking from the discharge sheet, and it can also determine whether the type of discharge sheet being used is appropriate. As a result, if it is determined that the discharge sheet has not been replaced at an appropriate time, the user can receive a notification that it is time to replace the vaginal discharge sheet as a reminder function. Furthermore, it will suggest the recommended size based on information such as trends in the amount of vaginal discharge and itching, and will also suggest recommended napkins based on the type and brand of vaginal discharge sheets you have been using. In addition, since it determines the total number of vaginal discharge sheets used by each person, it makes suggestions to encourage purchase, such as whether it is time to purchase a new one, and even connects with e-commerce sites. Through this collaboration, you will be able to purchase new vaginal discharge sheets from there.

By providing this record to medical institutions, information on mental and physical conditions such as irritability, constipation, and headaches is recorded together with menstrual information and vaginal discharge information, so symptoms such as irritability, constipation, and headaches are recorded at the same time as each menstrual cycle. It will be possible to separate and determine whether the symptoms are premenstrual syndrome (PMS) or another disease, and by providing this information to medical personnel, it can be used as an auxiliary tool for medical diagnosis. . In addition, it can be used as a medical questionnaire to fill out at a medical institution or a menstrual management notebook that includes vaginal discharge, so users can check not only the status of vaginal discharge but also the menstrual status and other items that users should be aware of during their menstrual cycle. Because it is provided as objectively acquired data rather than a subjective evaluation, it can be used as a more effective diagnostic aid tool, and since the data itself is online, this data can be easily provided to the medical side. becomes possible. Since it is easy to print, it can also be used as a medical questionnaire.For example, it can be used as a menstrual management notebook for users to check whether they have contracted a sexually transmitted disease but have recovered from it, or whether they have been reinfected on another occasion. . Another feature is that you can see at a glance the effects of prescriptions provided by medical institutions and what you are doing to manage your physical condition.

(Embodiment 12)
Embodiment 12 will be described below using FIG. 35.

"12-1. Configuration"
FIG. 35 shows an excretory state management device 4001 according to the twelfth embodiment. The excretion state management device 4001 includes an excretion state measurement section 4002, an excretion state recording section 4003, an excretion state calculation section 4004, an excretion state determination section 4005, and an excretion state display section 4006. Examples of the excretion state display unit 4006 are a personal computer, a tablet, and a smartphone equipped with a display.

The excretion state measuring section 4002 is a measuring device that includes a loading section for loading sanitary products as described in Embodiments 1 to 7, and converts object information of the sanitary products loaded on the loading section into electrical characteristics. For example, it is at least one of an optical photographing device, a weight sensor, an impedance meter, etc. In this embodiment, diapers for babies are targeted as sanitary products.

In the configuration of this embodiment, it is assumed that the excretion state recording section 4003, the excretion state calculation section 4004, the excretion state determination section 4005, and the excretion state display section 4006 are included in the smartphone. The excretion state measuring unit 4002 is separate from the smartphone, and is configured to have a portable size as shown in FIG. 16, for example. The excretion state measurement unit 4002 and the smartphone can communicate with a dedicated server, and the excretion state measurement unit 4002 and the smartphone can communicate directly with each other via Bluetooth.

"12-2. Operation"
<Initial settings>
The user installs an excretion state measurement unit 4002 that can measure the diaper state at a place where the user changes diapers. After installation, turn on the power, download the dedicated application to your smartphone from a designated location, start the program, enter your personal information, and complete the reception process. Turn on the Bluetooth of the smartphone and synchronize with the excretion state measurement unit 4002.

Diapers to be used can be registered in advance within the dedicated application. The main diapers on the market are registered in advance, and you can select the one you want to use. If this option is not available, you can register a new one. The items to be registered at this time are the product name, the pre-measured weight of the diaper before use, and an image.

<Record>
When you download the application, enter your height, weight, and date of birth in advance. Weight can be input manually, but it can also be input by linking with a scale.

The user places the used diaper on the loading surface of the excretion state measuring section 4002 and presses a switch button, so that the excretion state measuring section 4002 photographs the weight and image of the used diaper.

At this time, by photographing according to the photographing guide shown in FIG. 24, it is possible to measure the center of the used diaper and to photograph the entire diaper. At this time, if the diaper is out of the center of the diaper, the diaper can move the center of the diaper to the optimal position by itself. The measured weight and the captured image are stored in the excretion state recording unit 4003 in a smartphone or a dedicated server. At the same time, information such as the smell of feces can be entered.

For example, when changing a diaper while out and about, even if you want to keep a record and forget to use the excretion state measurement unit 4002, you can still take a photo of the diaper within a dedicated application on your smartphone. Tapping a predetermined button in the dedicated application opens a shooting screen where you can measure the center of the diaper and also take photos of the entire diaper. At this time, if the diaper is out of the center of the diaper, the diaper can move the center of the diaper to the optimal position by itself. The measured weight and the captured image are stored in the recording section.

As examples of symptoms related to feces and urine, you can also input information such as the odor of feces, the baby food you ate before, and the baby's condition at the time.

<Information processing>
The excretion state determination unit 4005 has a built-in algorithm that outputs a determination result based on fecal management index and urine management index. Based on the data from the excretion state measuring unit 4002, the amount of urine or feces, or both, attached to the diaper is calculated, and the color of the feces and the color of the urine are determined from the image information. For example, when analyzing the color of feces, it is classified into yellow, brown, green, red, black, white, grayish white, cream, etc. In particular, it is classified into the colors listed on the stool and food card included in the Maternal and Child Health Handbook for early detection of biliary atresia. It is also classified based on the shape, such as whether it is rolling or has diarrhea. The data is also recorded along with time data.

"13-3. Effect"
Since 2011, in order to detect biliary atresia early, the Enforcement Regulations of the Maternal and Child Health Act require that a stool color card be included in the mother and child health handbook. Early detection is important because the bile ducts that connect the liver and intestines are congenitally blocked, which prevents bile from flowing to the intestines. The color of a baby's stool is bright yellow, but it is said that it becomes whitish when bile does not flow into the intestines. It is said that patients often notice abnormal stool color by the first 60 days after birth, but there are reports that in rare cases, stool color becomes lighter around 4 months of age. It is said that seeing is important.

In addition, if you are suffering from bacterial gastroenteritis, for example, you may have red stools, and black stools may indicate a stomach ulcer. The color and shape of feces indicates the baby's health and should be monitored. In some cases, the diaper may be taken to a medical institution, but by using the present invention to record data such as the color and shape of feces, it is possible to take the actual diaper with feces on it to a medical institution. There is no need to store it when going out, there are no hygiene or storage space issues, and it is easy to use.

In addition, the time is also recorded at the same time, and by using it continuously, it is possible to easily understand daily changes. In addition, medical institutions can see the condition of feces not long after it was released, rather than the color of feces that has passed over time, which provides a more appropriate basis for making decisions. In the future, by sharing images during online consultations, it will be possible to provide appropriate information for making decisions without having to show the actual product. For busy parents, when they want to record the state of feces when changing diapers, the present invention allows them to easily record the status, and also to look back on it when they have time. .

(Other embodiments)
Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above, the above embodiments are descriptions for facilitating understanding of the present invention, and are not intended to be interpreted as limiting the present invention. Further, the present invention can be modified and improved without departing from the spirit thereof, and it goes without saying that the present invention includes equivalents thereof. For example, the following modifications are possible.

Although the target was menstrual blood adhering to sanitary products, excrement is not limited to menstrual blood, but includes discharge, urine, feces, saliva, phlegm, vomit, and other body fluids. Good too. In addition, although napkins are targeted as sanitary products, tampons, menstrual cups, sanitary shorts, vaginal discharge sheets, diapers, urine absorbing sheets, other body fluid sheets, etc. may also be targeted.

In addition, the sanitary products may be underwear or cloth other than those mentioned above. In this case, the characteristic database may be provided with an interface that allows the user to register characteristic data by himself/herself, and the user may use that data. Alternatively, it may be uploaded to a sharable server and shared by multiple users.

Furthermore, the display unit and the holding unit do not need to be a single unit, for example, the result data can be shared by a doctor or a guardian by electronic communication means in addition to the user.

Further, the displayed content may be changed depending on the user, or the displayed content may be changed depending on the user, such as a doctor or family member. For example, the user himself/herself can view the original measurement data as is, but family members may be restricted to numbers, graphs, etc., or vice versa.

For example, the following modifications are possible.

The determination unit may use a microcomputer, or may use a computing device such as a smartphone and an application.

The display unit may be provided in the excretion state management device using a liquid crystal display, an LED, or the like, or may be displayed on a terminal such as a personal computer or a smartphone using communication means.
In addition, the notification is not limited to the visual method, and the notification may be made by auditory means such as a message or by using vibration or the like for the visually impaired.

When using a near-infrared sensor as a measurement device and using relatively easily transmitted wavelengths such as near-infrared light, place the sensor under the sanitary product and allow the near-infrared light to pass through the sanitary product. It may also be configured to measure the state of excrement adhering to sanitary products.

Further, in order to improve convenience, in the example, images and the like are measured in a state where outside light enters the sanitary product, but it may be configured to measure in a box-like manner so that outside light does not enter. Since no external light enters, measurements can be made in a stable state.

Alternatively, a slide mechanism or the like may be provided to change the relative position of the distance between the object to be measured and the sanitary product. By keeping a distance, you can measure large sanitary products, or conversely, by keeping a small distance, you can measure accurately. When the relative position is changed, accuracy can be ensured by adjusting the focus of the measuring device and coefficients according to the distance data.

Further, a loading section for loading sanitary products is not necessarily necessary, and for example, a correction section 250 or the like can be used separately to load sanitary products on the floor, on a toilet paper holder, on a toilet bowl, toilet seat, or toilet lid. It is also possible to place the sensor in another location, such as on a part of the body while sitting on the toilet.

The present invention can be applied to the field of home health care, sports, membership gyms, fitness and sports clubs, health management centers such as companies, universities, high schools and junior high schools, nursing care facilities, and obstetrics and gynecology. be.

100 Excretion state management device 101 Loading section 103 Support section 110 Excretion state measurement section 120 Excretion state determination section 130 Excretion state display section 140 Characteristic database 160 Input device 200 Excretion state management device 201 Loading section 205 Correction section 210 Excretion state measurement section 220 Excretion Status determination unit 230 Excretion status display unit 240 Characteristic database 250 Correction unit 260 Characteristic input unit 270 Server 300 Excretion status management device 301 Loading unit 310 Excretion status measurement unit 320 Excretion status determination unit 330 Excretion status display unit 340 Characteristic database 350 Holding unit 400 Excretion state management device 410 Excretion state measurement section 420 Excretion state determination section 430 Excretion state display section 440 Characteristic database 450 Irradiation source 500 Excretion state management device 510 Excretion state measurement section 520 Excretion state determination section 530 Excretion state display section 540 Characteristic database 600 Excretion Condition management device 610 Excretion state measurement section 620 Excretion state determination section 630 Excretion state display section 640 Characteristic database 900 Excretion state management device 901 First member 902 Weight measurement section 903 Second member 904 Optical measurement section 905 Connection section 906 Sanitary supplies 907 Transmission unit 908 Server 909 Receiving unit 910 Excretion status display unit 1001 Excretion status management device 1002 Excretion status measurement unit 1003 Excretion status recording unit 1004 Mental and physical status recording unit 1005 Excretion status calculation unit 1006 Excretion status determination unit 1007 Excretion status display unit 1008 Mental and physical status display section 1009 My period has arrived! Buttons 1010 Mind and body record input button 1011 Menstrual blood record button 1012 Menstrual record button 1013 Menstrual blood data button 1014 Mind and body data button 1022 Measure button 1023 Current record button 1024 Monthly record button 1025 Other people Comparison button with 1026 Analysis view button 1027 Monthly menstrual blood volume button 1028 Monthly excretion status button 1029 Current record button 1030 Monthly record button 1031 Comparison with other people button 1032 Analysis view button 2001 Main body 2002 Box body Part 2003 Lid part 2004 Opening part 2005 Handle part 2006 Loading part 2007 Odor sensor 2008 Distance sensor 2009 Image sensor 2010 Storage part 2011 Roller part 2012 Roller part 2013 Support part 2014 Cleaning part 2015 Storage part 2016 Weight measurement part 20 17 Sterilization Department 2018 Use Used napkin 2019 Information terminal 2020 Server 2021 Information terminal 2111 Main body 2112 Main body 2113 Main body 2030 Loading section 2030R Right plate section 2030C Center plate section 2030L Left plate section 2031 Telescopic rotating section 2032 Telescopic rotating section 2033 Rotating shaft section 21 31 Rotating part 2132 Rotating part 3001 Excretion state management device 3002 Excretion state measurement section 3003 Excretion state recording section 3004 Mental and physical state recording section 3005 Excretion state calculation section 3006 Excretion state determination section 3007 Excretion state display section 3008 Mental and physical state display section 4001 Excretion state management device 4002 Excretion state measurement section 4003 Excretion state recording section 4004 Excretion state calculation section 4005 Excretion state determination section 4006 Excretion state display section

Claims (20)

an excretion state measurement unit that measures excrement adhering to sanitary products;
an excretion state determination unit that determines an excretion state based on the data obtained by the excretion state measurement unit and outputs a determination result;
An excretion status management device comprising: an excretion status display unit that notifies a user of the determination result. The excretion state management device according to claim 1, further comprising a correction section that serves as a reference for measurement. The excretion condition management device according to claim 1, further comprising a holding portion for holding sanitary products. The excretion status management device according to claim 1, wherein the excretion status measurement unit includes an optical measurement unit that measures optical data. The excretion state management device according to claim 1, wherein the excretion state measurement section includes a weight measurement section that measures weight. The excretion status management device according to claim 1, wherein the excretion status measurement unit includes a weight measurement unit that measures weight and an optical measurement unit. a first member capable of loading a sanitary product capable of holding excrement excreted by a user and having a weight measuring section for detecting the weight of the sanitary product;
a second member having an optical measurement section;
a connecting portion connecting the first member and the second member so that the second member can rotate with respect to the first member;
enabling the optical measurement unit to detect an image of the sanitary product by rotating the second member with respect to the first member;
When the sanitary products are not loaded on the first member, the second member is rotated relative to the first member via the connecting portion to connect the first member and the second member. 7. The excretion state management device according to claim 6, which is made portable by a user by folding the members facing each other. The excretion state management device according to claim 7, wherein the connection portion between the first member and the second member has a waterproof structure. a transmitting unit that transmits the weight detected by the weight measuring unit and the image detected by the optical measuring unit to a server;
a receiving unit that receives health information regarding the user's health condition obtained based on at least one of the weight and the image from the server;
an excretion state display section that presents health-related information including at least one selected from the group consisting of the user's health condition and teaching content for improving the health condition, based on the health information; The excretory state management device according to claim 7. The weight of the sanitary product in a state in which the excreta is not retained and the weight of the sanitary product in the state in which the excrement is retained are detected to detect the weight of the excrement retained in the sanitary product. Item 7. The excretory condition management device according to item 7. The excretion state management device according to claim 9, wherein at least one selected from the group consisting of color, size, amount, property, and weight of the excrement is measured based on the image transmitted from the transmission unit. . 2. The excretion state determination unit determines the excretion state based on at least one selected from the group consisting of color, size, amount, property, and weight of the excrement. excretory condition management device. The excretion state determination unit detects changes in physical condition associated with the menstrual cycle and menstruation based on at least one selected from the group consisting of color, size, amount, property, weight, mental and physical condition, and health information of excrement. The excretory state management device according to claim 1, wherein at least one selected from the group consisting of cycle, period, and ovulation day is estimated. 14. The excretory state management device according to claim 13, wherein the health information includes at least one selected from the group consisting of user's body temperature information and autonomic nerves. The excretion status management device according to claim 1, wherein the excretion status display section notifies the determination results regarding a plurality of users. The excretion state determination unit classifies users based on at least one selected from the input group consisting of height, weight, and age, calculates the average value of the determination results for each classification, and calculates the average value of the determination results for each classification. The excretion state management device according to claim 1, wherein the display unit displays the determination result regarding the user and the average value. The excretion state determination unit determines the appropriateness estimated from at least one selected from the group consisting of product information used by the user, color, size, amount, shape, adhesion status, and adhesion weight of excrement. 2. The excretion condition management device according to claim 1, wherein an appropriate replacement time is presented to the user based on the product usage time. The excretion state determination unit estimates the excretion state from at least one selected from the group consisting of data on the weight of excrement, stress value data based on information regarding autonomic nerves, and input of mental and physical conditions. The excretory state management device according to claim 1. The excretion state determination unit includes information on the user's physical and mental state, the amount of the user's excrement, the color of the excrement, the size of the excrement, the user's body temperature information, and the user's body temperature information. Based on at least one selected from the group consisting of autonomic nerve information,
The excretion state management device according to claim 1, wherein at least one selected from the group consisting of the user's hormonal rhythm and the user's mental and physical condition is estimated. The excretion status management device according to claim 1, wherein the excretion status determination unit includes a characteristic database regarding the sanitary products.