Anovulatory Cycle: How to Recognize, Prevent, and Treat It
Written by Sylvia Kang for Mira | Medically reviewed by Katerina Shkodzik, M.D., OB-GYN
If you’re planning a pregnancy, you’ll already know that a key milestone in the menstrual cycle is ovulation. But what happens if ovulation doesn’t occur?
This condition is called anovulation, and it occurs when the ovaries do not release an egg (i.e. ‘ovulate’) during the menstrual cycle. Without ovulation, getting pregnant is virtually impossible – so it’s important to make sure that you’re actually ovulating if you are actively trying to conceive (TTC).
To help, we’ll break down everything you need to know about anovulation – including what can cause it, common signs and symptoms, and practical ways to diagnose and monitor anovulatory cycles to achieve your fertility goals.
