Question

Which of the following situation refers to lactational amenorrhea?

• A. It is the absence of menstruation
• B. It is the absence of menstruation during the period of intense lactation following parturition
• C. A method in which couples avoid from coitus from day 10 to 17 of the menstrual cycle when ovulation could be expected
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

It is the absence of menstruation during the period of intense lactation following parturition

In some females , just after child birth , there is a phase of amoenorrhoea or absence of menstruation . It is also the phase of intense lactation . In this during breast feeding the child fully prevents conception . this method is however , effective only upto a maximum period of 6 months .

So the correct option is 'It is the absence of menstruation during the period of intense lactation following parturition' .