dysmenorrhea
Americannoun
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Etymology
Origin of dysmenorrhea
From New Latin, dating back to 1800–10; see origin at dys-, menorrhea
Example Sentences
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Dysmenorrhea, the technical term for extreme period pain, is a common problem.
From The Guardian • Oct. 24, 2016
Dysmenorrhea means a difficult monthly flow, and is always preceded by severe pains in the back and lower part of the abdomen.
From The Ladies Book of Useful Information Compiled from many sources by Anonymous
Dysmenorrhea must follow such carelessness, and the parents are to blame in many cases.
From Mother's Remedies Over One Thousand Tried and Tested Remedies from Mothers of the United States and Canada by Ritter, Thomas Jefferson
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