Female Reproductive cycle

Menopause and Sexual Health

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The menopause is the last spontaneous menstrual period and is due to thepermanent cessation of ovarian function. The diagnosis is made in retrospectpermanent cessation of ovarian function. The diagnosis is made in retrospectafter 12 months of amenorrhoea. The fluctuations in hormonal levels associatedwith declining ovarian function usually begin in the fourth decade and lastseveral years. … Read more

Menstrual problems: Amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea and Dysmenorrhoea

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Amenorrhea, oligomenorrhea and dysmenorrhoea are included in menstrual problems. Primary or secondary amenorrhea is the absence of or cessation of menstrual cycles. The term for irregular periods is oligomenorrhoea. More than 35 days (and fewer than 6 months) pass between bleeding episodes. The reasons are the same, as are the assessment and therapy.  History A … Read more