dysmenorrhoea

/ ˌdɪsmɛnəˈrɪə; dɪsˌmɛn- /

noun

1. abnormally difficult or painful menstruation

Derived Forms

• ˌdysmenorˈrhoeal, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of dysmenorrhoea¹

C19: from dys- + Greek mēn month + rhoiā a flowing

Example Sentences

Dysmenorrhoea, difficult or obstructed menstruation, is a term used for menstruation accompanied by pain.

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Inflammatory, obstructive, and membranous dysmenorrhoea are commonly made worse by marriage.

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The symptoms comprise local discomfort and sometimes dysmenorrhoea, leucorrhoea or menorrhagia.

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