Amenorrhea (cont.)
Medical Author:
Lawrence M Nelson, MD, MBA
Medical Editor:
Suzanne R Trupin, MD
Medical Editor:
Mary L Windle, PharmD
Medical Editor:
Lee P Shulman, MD
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OutlookIn most cases, amenorrhea is not a life-threatening condition. In most women, medications, lifestyle change, or surgery can correct amenorrhea. Amenorrhea has been associated with reduced bone density and increased fracture rates. Viewer Comments & ReviewsAmenorrhea - CausesThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:What was the cause of your amenorrhea? |
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Amenorrhea, Primary »
Primary amenorrhea is the failure of menses to occur by age 16 years, in the presence of normal growth and secondary sexual characteristics.
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