anovulatory
[/ˌænəʊˈvjuːlətəri/ or /ænˌɑːvjəˈleɪtəri/]
adjective
anovulatório
1. Relating to or characterized by the absence of ovulation; not involving or producing ovulation
Anovulatory cycles are menstrual cycles in which no egg is released from the ovary.
Ciclos anovulatórios são ciclos menstruais nos quais nenhum óvulo é liberado do ovário.
2. Describing a type of hormonal contraceptive that prevents ovulation
Anovulatory contraceptives work by suppressing the hormonal signals needed for ovulation.
Contraceptivos anovulatórios funcionam suprimindo os sinais hormonais necessários para a ovulação.
This is a specialized medical and scientific term used primarily by healthcare professionals, endocrinologists, and gynecologists in both Brazil and the United States. It is not commonly used in casual conversation and appears mainly in medical literature, patient education materials, and clinical discussions regarding fertility and contraception. The term is the same across English and Portuguese medical communities, reflecting the international standardization of medical terminology.
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