Condition
Amenorrhea - secondary
David Cohen, M.D.Published 6 May 20051 min read
Alternative names
Secondary amenorrhea
Definition
Secondary amenorrhea is a condition in which menstruation begins at the appropriate age, but later ceases for 6 or more months in the absence of normal causes such as pregnancy, lactation, or menopause.
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David Cohen, M.D.
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