noun
- the absence or abnormal cessation of menstruation
Usage: medical term; also spelled amenorrhea in U.S. English
Examples
- The athlete's amenorrhoea was attributed to intense training and low body fat.
- Amenorrhoea can be a symptom of hormonal imbalances or thyroid disorders.
- Her doctor investigated the cause of her amenorrhoea during the consultation.
- Stress and extreme weight loss are common causes of amenorrhoea.
- The patient's amenorrhoea resolved after she reduced her exercise intensity.