Body changes during ovulation

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1. How does ovulation happen?

The normal menstrual cycle lasts from 28 to 30 days, but this time also varies from person to person. In each menstrual cycle, ovulation is part of this cycle.
Ovulation is a phenomenon when a woman's ovaries release follicles into the fallopian tubes due to the action of hormones to get ready for fertilization. After being released, the ovarian follicle only lasts for about 12 to 24 hours, if during this time sperm is encountered, fertilization will occur in the fallopian tube to form an embryo, then the embryo will move to the uterus. nest in the uterine cavity, forming and developing into a fetus. If the egg and sperm do not meet, the follicle will regress and after a period of time bleeding occurs during the menstrual cycle.
The time of ovulation is about 14 days before the first day of the next cycle. So depending on the time of each person's menstrual cycle, the time of ovulation will be before or after the middle of the menstrual cycle.

2. Muscle changes during ovulation

When you ovulate, your body will have different changes than usual, this is also the most common way to know if you are ovulating or not. Some signs such as:
Increased mucus secretion in the cervix: White, sticky mucus in the vagina appears more than usual, this is a clear sign of difference that women can easily easy to see. Normally, in most women, when ovulating, the amount of sticky mucus will increase and will gradually decrease and when the period ends, it will return to the lowest level. Changes in body temperature: During ovulation, a woman's body changes in hormones, thereby increasing body temperature, although this phenomenon's temperature does not increase by more than 1 degree C. Should be checked. temperature regularly to give the most accurate conclusion, to avoid confusion with the medical condition causing hyperthermia. Tight breasts: There are signs of tightness in the chest due to the effects of high hormone levels. Lower abdominal pain: This is a possible sign and accompanied by symptoms of bloating, flatulence, discomfort.... The cause may be due to the egg breaking in the ovarian follicle or the egg having moved in the tube. oviduct. To limit this situation can be by drinking warm water. Increased need for sexual intercourse: This phenomenon appears to be due to the increased amount of the hormone estrogen and the drastic change in LH levels, which promotes an increase in a woman's desire during ovulation. Therefore, it may increase your chances of getting pregnant. Cramps: According to surveys, up to 90% of women experience cramps every month before their period.

Headaches or Migraines: About 20% of women have experienced this before ovulation and before their period. This may be due to the effects of hormones. Some other signs such as: Dizziness; Weight gain before menstruation is also quite common, possibly due to discomfort caused by ovulation, making women feel hungry and loaded with energy, leading to weight gain.

3. How to determine the time of ovulation

Determining the day of ovulation is significant in increasing the chances of pregnancy or can be a way to prevent pregnancy for those with regular menstrual cycles.
Calculate according to the menstrual cycle To accurately determine your ovulation through the menstrual cycle, you should monitor your menstrual cycle for 3 consecutive months.
Ovulation day will be 14 days before the next period arrives, so you need to carefully monitor your menstrual cycle to calculate the time of ovulation.
The formula for calculating the day of ovulation is the number of days of the menstrual cycle - 14 days.
Example: If the menstrual cycle is 28 days, then ovulation will be on day 14 of the cycle. If the cycle is 35 days, then ovulation will be on the 21st day of the cycle.
This method is suitable for patients with regular menstrual cycles and combined with signs to determine the approximate date of ovulation.

Use egg test strips Ovulation test strips help to check the amount of LH hormone in the urine. If the egg test strip shows two lines, it means the result is positive or you are ovulating. However, it is necessary to monitor from the time the strip gives negative results to the time it turns positive to give the most accurate results.
Ultrasound to monitor follicles Ultrasound is an imaging method that helps women know the exact time of ovulation. This method is very effective for those who have irregular periods, but it needs to be done in medical facilities.
During ovulation, you will see unusual changes in your body, these are also quite recognizable signs if you pay attention. These signs can vary in extent from person to person, so monitor your body for these changes. Recognizing those signs can also help increase your chances of getting pregnant or reduce an unwanted pregnancy.
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