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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Anovulation
			\| synonyms = Anovulatory cycle
			\| field = [[Gynecology]]
			\| symptoms = [[Irregular menstruation]], [[amenorrhea]], [[infertility]]
			\| complications = [[Endometrial hyperplasia]], [[polycystic ovary syndrome]]
			\| onset = [[Reproductive age]]
			\| duration = Varies
			\| causes = [[Hormonal imbalance]], [[polycystic ovary syndrome]], [[obesity]], [[stress]], [[thyroid disorders]]
			\| risks = [[Infertility]], [[endometrial cancer]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Medical history]], [[physical examination]], [[blood tests]], [[ultrasound]]
			\| differential = [[Pregnancy]], [[menopause]], [[hyperprolactinemia]]
			\| treatment = [[Lifestyle changes]], [[medications]], [[surgery]]
			\| medication = [[Clomiphene citrate]], [[metformin]], [[gonadotropins]]
			\| frequency = Common
			}}
	'''Anovulation''' is a condition in which the ovaries do not release an [[oocyte]] during a [[menstrual cycle]]. As a result, [[ovulation]] does not take place. Anovulation is a common cause of [[infertility]] and can be associated with various [[endocrine disorders]].		'''Anovulation''' is a condition in which the ovaries do not release an [[oocyte]] during a [[menstrual cycle]]. As a result, [[ovulation]] does not take place. Anovulation is a common cause of [[infertility]] and can be associated with various [[endocrine disorders]].

	== Causes ==		== Causes ==
	Anovulation can be caused by a variety of factors, including:		Anovulation can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

	* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS)		* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS)
	* [[Hyperprolactinemia]]		* [[Hyperprolactinemia]]
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	* [[Extreme weight loss]] or [[eating disorders]]		* [[Extreme weight loss]] or [[eating disorders]]
	* [[Stress]]		* [[Stress]]

	== Symptoms ==		== Symptoms ==
	The primary symptom of anovulation is [[irregular menstrual cycles]] or the absence of [[menstruation]] (amenorrhea). Other symptoms may include:		The primary symptom of anovulation is [[irregular menstrual cycles]] or the absence of [[menstruation]] (amenorrhea). Other symptoms may include:

	* [[Heavy menstrual bleeding]] or [[menorrhagia]]		* [[Heavy menstrual bleeding]] or [[menorrhagia]]
	* [[Infertility]]		* [[Infertility]]
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	* [[Hirsutism]] (excessive hair growth)		* [[Hirsutism]] (excessive hair growth)
	* [[Weight gain]]		* [[Weight gain]]

	== Diagnosis ==		== Diagnosis ==
	Diagnosis of anovulation typically involves a combination of:		Diagnosis of anovulation typically involves a combination of:

	* [[Medical history]] and [[physical examination]]		* [[Medical history]] and [[physical examination]]
	* [[Blood tests]] to measure hormone levels, including [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH), [[luteinizing hormone]] (LH), [[prolactin]], and [[thyroid hormones]]		* [[Blood tests]] to measure hormone levels, including [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH), [[luteinizing hormone]] (LH), [[prolactin]], and [[thyroid hormones]]
	* [[Ultrasound]] to examine the ovaries and [[endometrium]]		* [[Ultrasound]] to examine the ovaries and [[endometrium]]
	* [[Basal body temperature]] charting		* [[Basal body temperature]] charting

	== Treatment ==		== Treatment ==
	Treatment for anovulation depends on the underlying cause and may include:		Treatment for anovulation depends on the underlying cause and may include:

	* [[Lifestyle changes]] such as weight loss or gain, stress management, and dietary modifications		* [[Lifestyle changes]] such as weight loss or gain, stress management, and dietary modifications
	* [[Medications]] to induce ovulation, such as [[clomiphene citrate]], [[letrozole]], or [[gonadotropins]]		* [[Medications]] to induce ovulation, such as [[clomiphene citrate]], [[letrozole]], or [[gonadotropins]]
	* Treatment of underlying conditions like [[thyroid disorders]] or [[hyperprolactinemia]]		* Treatment of underlying conditions like [[thyroid disorders]] or [[hyperprolactinemia]]
	* [[Surgery]] in cases of [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS) or other structural abnormalities		* [[Surgery]] in cases of [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS) or other structural abnormalities

	== Prognosis ==		== Prognosis ==
	The prognosis for anovulation varies depending on the cause. Many women with anovulation can achieve [[pregnancy]] with appropriate treatment. However, some underlying conditions may require long-term management.		The prognosis for anovulation varies depending on the cause. Many women with anovulation can achieve [[pregnancy]] with appropriate treatment. However, some underlying conditions may require long-term management.

	== See also ==		== See also ==
	* [[Ovulation]]		* [[Ovulation]]
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	* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]]		* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]]
	* [[Amenorrhea]]		* [[Amenorrhea]]

	== References ==		== References ==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Reflist}}

	== External links ==		== External links ==
	{{Commons category\|Anovulation}}		{{Commons category\|Anovulation}}

	[[Category:Reproductive system]]		[[Category:Reproductive system]]
	[[Category:Endocrine diseases]]		[[Category:Endocrine diseases]]
	[[Category:Infertility]]		[[Category:Infertility]]
	[[Category:Gynecology]]		[[Category:Gynecology]]

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'''Anovulation''' is a condition in which the ovaries do not release an [[oocyte]] during a [[menstrual cycle]]. As a result, [[ovulation]] does not take place. Anovulation is a common cause of [[infertility]] and can be associated with various [[endocrine disorders]].

== Causes ==
Anovulation can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS)
* [[Hyperprolactinemia]]
* [[Hypothyroidism]]
* [[Hyperthyroidism]]
* [[Primary ovarian insufficiency]]
* [[Obesity]]
* [[Extreme weight loss]] or [[eating disorders]]
* [[Stress]]

== Symptoms ==
The primary symptom of anovulation is [[irregular menstrual cycles]] or the absence of [[menstruation]] (amenorrhea). Other symptoms may include:

* [[Heavy menstrual bleeding]] or [[menorrhagia]]
* [[Infertility]]
* [[Acne]]
* [[Hirsutism]] (excessive hair growth)
* [[Weight gain]]

== Diagnosis ==
Diagnosis of anovulation typically involves a combination of:

* [[Medical history]] and [[physical examination]]
* [[Blood tests]] to measure hormone levels, including [[follicle-stimulating hormone]] (FSH), [[luteinizing hormone]] (LH), [[prolactin]], and [[thyroid hormones]]
* [[Ultrasound]] to examine the ovaries and [[endometrium]]
* [[Basal body temperature]] charting

== Treatment ==
Treatment for anovulation depends on the underlying cause and may include:

* [[Lifestyle changes]] such as weight loss or gain, stress management, and dietary modifications
* [[Medications]] to induce ovulation, such as [[clomiphene citrate]], [[letrozole]], or [[gonadotropins]]
* Treatment of underlying conditions like [[thyroid disorders]] or [[hyperprolactinemia]]
* [[Surgery]] in cases of [[polycystic ovary syndrome]] (PCOS) or other structural abnormalities

== Prognosis ==
The prognosis for anovulation varies depending on the cause. Many women with anovulation can achieve [[pregnancy]] with appropriate treatment. However, some underlying conditions may require long-term management.

== See also ==
* [[Ovulation]]
* [[Menstrual cycle]]
* [[Infertility]]
* [[Polycystic ovary syndrome]]
* [[Amenorrhea]]

== References ==
{{Reflist}}

== External links ==
{{Commons category|Anovulation}}

[[Category:Reproductive system]]
[[Category:Endocrine diseases]]
[[Category:Infertility]]
[[Category:Gynecology]]

{{medicine-stub}}