Human Biology (MindTap Course List)
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Chapter 16, Problem 5CT
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To speculate: The reason why tumors of the pituitary or adrenals might disrupt monthly menstruations.
Introduction: The female reproductive system consists of reproductive organs both internal and external that are involved in reproduction and propagation of the species. The diseases and disorders of the organs of the female reproductive system show several systems. The absence of menstrual flow where the female misses three menstrual periods in a row or delay in onset of menarche row is called as amenorrhea.
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