ovulatory dysfunction

[/ˌɒvjʊləˈtɔːri dɪsˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: ovulatory dysfunctions
disfunção ovulatória
1. A medical condition characterized by irregular, infrequent, or absent ovulation in women of reproductive age, resulting in impaired fertility or infertility
The patient was diagnosed with ovulatory dysfunction after a series of hormonal tests showed abnormal FSH and LH levels.
A paciente foi diagnosticada com disfunção ovulatória após uma série de testes hormonais mostrar níveis anormais de FSH e LH.
2. A disorder affecting the regular release of eggs from the ovaries, commonly associated with conditions such as PCOS, thyroid disorders, or hormonal imbalances
Ovulatory dysfunction is one of the most common causes of female infertility in developed countries.
A disfunção ovulatória é uma das causas mais comuns de infertilidade feminina em países desenvolvidos.
Ovulatory dysfunction is a significant medical concern in both Brazil and the United States, with increased awareness due to rising rates of conditions like PCOS. In Brazil, fertility treatment and reproductive endocrinology have become increasingly accessible in major urban centers. This condition is typically addressed by gynecologists or reproductive endocrinologists, and discussion of fertility issues is becoming more openly discussed in healthcare settings across both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
anovulationovulatory disorderanovulatory cycleovulation disorder
Antonyms / Antônimos
normal ovulationregular ovulation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
disfunção ovulatória
Standard medical term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
disfunção ovulatória
Commonly used in major medical centers and fertility clinics
Rio de Janeiro
disfunção ovulatória
Standard usage in medical practice
Portugal
disfunção ovulatória
Identical terminology used in Portuguese medical practice

Related Words

polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)amenorrheaoligomenorrheainfertilityhormonal imbalanceFSH (follicle-stimulating hormone)LH (luteinizing hormone)reproductive endocrinology

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have irregular cycles
failure to ovulate
anovulatory pattern
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