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, endometriosis, incontinence, hysterectomy, prolapse and urinary tract infections are among the conditions covered by gynae services.

From BBC

The scientific term for period pain is dysmenorrhoea.

From BBC

The scientific term for period pain is dysmenorrhoea.

From BBC

Some physicians, by carelessly prescribing morphine for neuralgia, migraine, dysmenorrhoea, or any pain, make their patients slaves of this drug.

From Project Gutenberg

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

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