Chapple syndrome: A rare birth disorder characterized by painful menstruation, knees bent back and a uterus that is tilted backwards (retroverted). It is believed to be caused by an abnormal fetal position inside the womb. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Chapple syndrome is available below.
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