Amenorrhoea

Last Updated: 06/08/2024

Understand more about the causes and investigations available for amenorrhoea – the absence of menstruation (periods). This resource looks at primary amenorrhoea and secondary amenorrhoea, along with the treatment options which are available.

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Women's health

Who is this resource for?

This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

What will this resource give me?

overview of amenorrhoea and when it can occur
causes of amenorrhoea in girls and women
difference between primary and secondary amenorrhoea
treatment options and referrals to secondary care.

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15 Jul 2024

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Carmel Bagness

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This resource is aimed at nurses and nursing support workers across all settings and levels of practice, including students of health, social work and care professions.

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Last Updated: 06/08/2024