Understand more about the causes and investigations available for amenorrhoea – the absence of menstruation (periods). This resource looks at primary amenorrhoea and secondary amenorrhoea, along with the treatment options which are available.
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Understand more about the causes and investigations available for amenorrhoea – the absence of menstruation (periods). This resource looks at primary amenorrhoea and secondary amenorrhoea, along with the treatment options which are available.
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Resource last reviewed 02/09/2025
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Contact details for the resource lead:
Maria
Symeonaki
Professional Lead for Midwifery and Women's Health