secondary amenorrhea
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Definition
Noun: - Cessation of menstruation in a woman who had previously menstruated: Secondary amenorrhea is a medical condition defined by the absence of menstrual periods for at least three cycles or six months in a woman who has previously had regular periods.
Usage
- This term is used in medical and clinical contexts to diagnose and discuss a specific type of menstrual disorder.
- It is distinguished from , which is when a woman has never menstruated.
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with secondary amenorrhea after reporting no periods for eight months despite having a regular cycle previously.
- Common causes of secondary amenorrhea include stress, significant weight loss, hormonal imbalances, and certain medical conditions.
- The doctor ordered tests to determine the underlying reason for her secondary amenorrhea.
Advanced Usage
- The term is often modified by specifying the suspected or confirmed cause (e.g., "stress-induced secondary amenorrhea," "secondary amenorrhea due to polycystic ovary syndrome").
- In medical literature, it is frequently discussed in relation to fertility, bone health, and overall endocrine function.
Variants and Related Words
- Amenorrhea (n): The broader medical term for the absence of menstruation. Secondary amenorrhea is a sub-type.
- Primary amenorrhea (n): The failure to begin menstruation by age 15 or within five years of breast development.
Synonyms
- Absent periods (n): A less technical term for the cessation of menstruation.
- Cessation of menses (n): A formal description of the condition.
Related Phrases
- To be diagnosed with secondary amenorrhea: The common phrasing for receiving this medical diagnosis.
- To investigate secondary amenorrhea: Refers to the medical process of finding the cause.
Noun
- cessation of menstruation in a woman who had previously menstruated