Amenorrhea is the term used to refer to the absence of menstruation in women. One of the most popular causes of amenorrhea is pregnancy. However, it is not the only reason a woman may have a missed period. Other possible reasons for amenorrhea in women are listed below:
- Abrupt changes in weight.
- Stress and anxiety.
- Infections.
- Breastfeeding.
- Excessive physical activity.
Read the full article on: Menstruation: symptoms and characteristics of the monthly period ( 72).
By Elena Izquierdo Trechera M.D., M.Sc. (gynecologist), Guillermo Quea Campos M.D. (gynecologist), Marta Barranquero Gómez B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist), Zaira Salvador B.Sc., M.Sc. (embryologist) and Michelle Lorraine Embleton B.Sc. Ph.D. (biochemist).
Last Update: 10/18/2023
