Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
amenorrhea
Noun
/ˌāˌmenəˈrēə/
Definition
Amenorrhea is the absence of menstruation in a woman of reproductive age.
Examples
- She experienced amenorrhea due to excessive weight loss.
- Amenorrhea can sometimes signal a health issue that needs attention.
Meaning
It indicates that a woman has not had her menstrual period for three months or longer, and it can be classified as either primary or secondary amenorrhea.
Synonyms
- Menstrual absence
- No menstruation
