Abstract

AMENORRHEA: A REVIEW

Nazma M. Ansari*, Vibhavari M. Chatur and Sanjay G. Walode

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Abstract

Amenorrhea is the absence of menstrual cycle in a woman during her reproductive years. Physiological states of amenorrhea can be most commonly seen during pregnancy and lactation period. There may be various causes of Amenorrhea including chromosomal or genetic problem with the ovaries. Hormonal issues stemming due to the problem with the hypothalamus or the pituitary gland. May also be caused due to structural problems of the reproductive organs, such as missing parts of the reproductive system. Amenorrhea is classified into primary and secondary amenorrhea. Amenorrhea seriously effects the changes of becoming pregnant. Examples include menopause, pregnancy, use of birth control, medication side effects, delayed puberty and stress. This article focuses on the menstrual cycle, types, causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Amenorrhea.

Keywords: Amenorrhea, menstrual cycle, irregular periods, primary amenorrhea, secondary amenorrhea.