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Why ovulation disorders cause infertility

Ovulation disorders are a common cause of infertility in women. They are caused by problems with the regulation of reproductive hormones. These disorders cause disturbances in the production of an egg during a woman’s menstrual cycle.

Ovulation disorders can be caused by:

Problems with the part of the brain and the glands that control ovulation
Problems with the ovaries themselves
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Hypothalamic dysfunction
Premature ovarian failure
Excess prolactin
Thyroid
Diabetes

Ovulation disorders can cause women to ovulate infrequently or not at all. This is known as anovulation. Having irregular periods, no periods, or abnormal bleeding often indicates that you aren’t ovulating.

Infertility is a condition where you can’t get pregnant after one year of trying to conceive. Other causes of infertility include endometriosis, low sperm count, or low testosterone. The risk of infertility increases as you age. Many treatment options are available for people with infertility.

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