Ovulation Disorders Explained: Causes, Symptoms & When to Seek Help

Regular ovulation is key to natural conception. But for many women, ovulation disorders are a hidden roadblock on the journey to pregnancy.

Let’s explore the types of ovulation disorders, how they impact fertility, and when it’s time to seek help from a fertility specialist near you.

💡 What Are Ovulation Disorders?

Ovulation disorders refer to any condition where the ovary fails to release an egg or the release is irregular or delayed. These issues account for nearly 25-30% of female infertility cases.

🧬 Common Causes of Ovulation Disorders

1. Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)

   • Most common cause of anovulation

   • Hormonal imbalance leads to delayed or no egg release
     

2. Hypothalamic Amenorrhea

   • Caused by excessive exercise, low BMI, or stress

   • Brain fails to signal the ovaries to ovulate
     

3. Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)

   • Early menopause before age 40

   • Ovaries stop functioning despite normal chromosomes
     

4. Thyroid Imbalance (Hypo or Hyperthyroidism)

   • Affects menstrual cycle and ovulation timing
     

5. Hyperprolactinemia

   • High prolactin levels suppress FSH & LH, preventing ovulation

🔍 Symptoms of Ovulation Problems

• Irregular or missed periods

• Difficulty tracking ovulation

• Excessive hair growth (hirsutism)

• Acne and weight gain (especially in PCOS)

• Infertility or inability to conceive after 6–12 months of trying

🧪 How We Diagnose Ovulation Disorders at Sangolkar Hospital

• Hormonal blood tests (FSH, LH, AMH, Prolactin, TSH)

• Follicular tracking via ultrasound

• Ovulation predictor kits or BBT charting

• Pelvic ultrasound to detect cysts or anovulatory cycles

✅ When Should You Seek Help?

🔸 If your cycles are irregular, too short (<21 days) or too long (>35 days)  🔸 If you've been trying for pregnancy for 6 months (age >35) or 12 months (<35)  🔸 If you’ve had missed periods, excess weight gain, or hormonal symptoms

💊 Effective Treatments for Ovulation Disorders

✔ Ovulation Induction Medications: Clomiphene Citrate, Letrozole  ✔ Metformin: Especially for PCOS-related ovulation issues  ✔ Thyroid and Prolactin Management  ✔ Lifestyle Modifications: Diet, stress relief, exercise  ✔ IUI/IVF: For resistant or complex cases

🏥 Ovulation Disorder Treatment in Sangli You Can Trust

At Sangolkar Hospital, we specialize in diagnosing and treating all forms of ovulatory dysfunction, using ultrasound-guided cycle monitoring and hormone therapy to help women achieve natural conception or prepare for ART.