title: Systemic illness and menstrual dysfunction.
abstract: Menstrual dysfunction can be associated with a number of systemic illnesses. Whereas the effects of some diseases on the reproductive system are simply a result of the pathophysiology of the disorders, in other cases, temporary cessation of reproductive function conserves energy for other tasks related to survival and well being.
authors.affiliation: Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Alabama, Birmingham.
authors.forename: M P
authors.initials: MP
authors.lastname: Steinkampf
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008599:Menstruation Disturbances / Q000209:etiology*