menstrual
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of menstrual
1350–1400; Middle English menstruall < Latin mēnstruālis having monthly courses, equivalent to mēnstru ( a ) monthly courses (noun use of neuter plural of mēnstruus monthly; mēnstr- ( see semester) + -uus adj. suffix, probably on the model of annuus annual ) + -ālis -al 1
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"Menstrual health is still treated as a taboo... I would like to see free menstrual products in schools," Laazouzi says.
From BBC ● Oct. 19, 2026
Some studies conducted by academic researchers suggest GLP-1s may improve metabolic health and menstrual regularity in women with PMOS, particularly those who are overweight or have obesity.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026
These included changes in menstruation such as bleeding between periods, heavy bleeding, and irregular menstrual cycles.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 13, 2026
Two categories stood out as particularly deserving of further investigation: reproductive symptoms, including changes in menstrual cycles, and problems involving body temperature, such as chills and hot flashes.
From Science Daily ● Sep. 13, 2026
“But I think I have menstrual syndrome,” I’d said.
From "The Line Tender" by Kate Allen
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