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Dysmenorrhea

noun / dis-men-uh-REE-uh / Hard
Meaning

Painful menstruation, involving cramping in the lower abdomen that can interfere with daily activities

Origin / Etymology

Greek dys- (difficult, painful) + men (month) + rhoia (flow)

Synonyms
Menstrual pain Painful periods
Antonyms
Eumenorrhea
Example Sentence
"Dysmenorrhea affects 50-90% of women of reproductive age globally, with 10-15% experiencing symptoms severe enough to impair productivity."
🎯 UPSC Usage

Use in GS-1 and GS-2 answers on gender equity, workplace policy, and menstrual leave debates. Demonstrates awareness of the biological basis for policy interventions.

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