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What is Oligomenorrhea?

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Updated: August 20, 2007

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Definition: Oligomenorrhea is a type of abnormal uterine bleeding. Menstrual cycles that occur more than 35 days apart are required for a diagnosis of oligomenorrhea. Remember, Day 1 of the menstrual cycle is the first day any amount of bleeding occurs and counting continues until the next time menstruation begins.

See also: Types of Abnormal Uterine Bleeding

Also Known As: missed periods, late periods, no periods
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