Amenorrhea
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Menstruation – Sign of Reproductive Health Menstruation is a flashing red neon light signal of reproductive health. Sudden or never ending periods are called Amenorrhea. While missed periods can be frightening — especially for women who are not trying to get pregnant — most causes are a symptom of something else rather than a disease. The body may choose amenorrhea as a way of conserving energy, or indicate that something is out of balance hormonally. It is usually curable once the underlying problem is identified.
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