Menstrual Cycle Review

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What is the menstrual cycle?

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The menstrual cycle is a monthly series of changes a woman's body goes through in preparation for the possibility of pregnancy.

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What is ovulation?

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Ovulation is the process in which an ovary releases an egg, typically occurring around the midpoint of the menstrual cycle.

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What hormone triggers ovulation?

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Luteinizing hormone (LH) triggers ovulation.

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What is the role of estrogen in the menstrual cycle?

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Estrogen helps to regulate the menstrual cycle and is involved in the thickening of the uterine lining.

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What is the role of progesterone in the menstrual cycle?

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Progesterone prepares the uterine lining for a potential pregnancy after ovulation.

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What happens if fertilization does not occur?

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If fertilization does not occur, the levels of estrogen and progesterone drop, leading to menstruation.

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What is the average length of the menstrual cycle?

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The average menstrual cycle lasts about 28 days, but can range from 21 to 35 days.

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What is the function of follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)?

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FSH stimulates the growth and maturation of ovarian follicles in the ovaries.

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What is the significance of the luteal phase?

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The luteal phase is the second half of the menstrual cycle, where the body prepares for a possible pregnancy.

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What is menstruation?

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Menstruation is the shedding of the uterine lining when pregnancy does not occur.