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The term is derived from Greek: a = negative, men = month, rhoia = flow. Derived adjectives are amenorrhoeal and amenorrheic. The opposite is the normal menstrual period.

Historically, the term amenorrhoea has often been used as a euphemism for "unwanted pregnancy" and many folk treatments for this condition are in fact abortifacients. Pregnancy, as noted, is only one potential cause for amenorrhea; sometimes pseudo-pregnancy can be a cause for this as well.

Amenorrhoea
Lack of menstrual periods can be a symptom of an underlying problem. This article looks at some of the causes and what treatment is available.

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