This article reviews the menstrual cycle's hormonal regulation and its significance for reproductive health, highlighting its role in dysfunction detection.
The menstrual cycle is a complex physiological process regulated by intricate hormonal interactions between the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and ovaries. It plays a central role in female reproductive health, governing ovulation, fertility, and endometrial preparation for implantation. Disruptions in the menstrual cycle may indicate underlying endocrine, metabolic, or reproductive disorders. This article aims to review the normal physiology of the menstrual cycle, its hormonal regulation, phases, and its critical role in maintaining reproductive health. Understanding these mechanisms is essential for early detection and management of reproductive dysfunction.
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