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The term "menstruate" refers to the physiological process in which females of reproductive age, specifically in Homo sapiens, shed the inner lining of the uterus known as the endometrium on a regular monthly basis. This process, also known as menstruation or menses, is a natural part of the menstrual cycle.
During menstruation, the body releases hormones that stimulate the thickening of the endometrial lining, in preparation for potential pregnancy. When fertilization does not occur, these hormones decline, leading to the shedding of the endometrium. As a result, blood and tissue are expelled from the uterus through the cervix and out of the vagina.
The duration and intensity of menstrual bleeding can vary among individuals, typically lasting for around three to seven days. While most women experience menstrual periods lasting approximately 28 days, the cycle length can differ, ranging from 21 to 35 days.
Menstruation is considered a normal, healthy process and is an essential aspect of reproductive function. It signifies that a woman's body is capable of conceiving and carrying a child. However, menstruation can also be accompanied by symptoms such as abdominal cramps, breast tenderness, mood changes, and fatigue, which may vary in severity.
Overall, menstruation is a natural bodily process that occurs in females, typically from the onset of puberty until menopause, wherein the uterus sheds its lining in preparation for potential pregnancy.
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To perform menstruation; to pass through the catamenial period.
A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
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The word "menstruate" derives from the Latin word "menstruatus", which in turn comes from "mēnstruus". "Mēnstruus" refers to a monthly period or monthly occurrence, related to the Latin word "mēnsis", meaning "month". The suffix "-ate" was added to "mēnstruus" to form the verb "menstruare", which means "to menstruate" or "to have monthly periods". Over time, this Latin term was adopted into English to become "menstruate".
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