For women with regular menstrual cycles, the absence of menstruation, or ____, is an indication of possible pregnancy.

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Amenorrhea is defined as the absence of menstruation for three to six months or longer, depending on the individual's typical menstrual cycle. For women with regular menstrual cycles, the absence of menstruation may indicate pregnancy. Menorrhagia is excessive menstrual bleeding, dysmenorrhea is painful menstruation, and oligomenorrhea is infrequent menstrual periods.

For Women with Regular Menstrual Cycles, the Absence of Menstruation