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[Post-pill amenorrhea and anovulation (author's transl)]
Reproduccion
|January 1, 1976
Summary
Most women ovulate normally after stopping oral contraceptives, but a rare "ovulation suppression syndrome" can occur. This syndrome, characterized by anovulation or amenorrhea, often resolves spontaneously within a year.
Area of Science:
- Reproductive Endocrinology
- Pharmacology
Context:
- Oral contraceptives are widely used for birth control.
- Discontinuation of oral contraceptives typically leads to rapid return of ovulation.
- A small percentage of users experience prolonged anovulation or amenorrhea post-cessation.
Purpose:
- To investigate the
- To review proposed treatments for post-contraceptive anovulation/amenorrhea.
- To highlight the spontaneous resolution rates of these conditions.
Summary:
- Oral contraceptive discontinuation usually results in immediate ovulation and rapid return of ovarian function.
- Less than 1% of cases develop anovulation or amenorrhea, termed "ovulation suppression syndrome."
- Spontaneous recovery occurs in 14% of anovulation and 5% of amenorrhea cases within one year.
Impact:
- Provides insights into the rare side effects of oral contraceptives.
- Informs clinical management of women experiencing menstrual irregularities after stopping birth control.
- Emphasizes the importance of monitoring and the potential for natural recovery.
Keywords:
AmenorrheaAnovulationBiologyClomiphene--therapeutic useContraceptionContraceptive Methods--side effectsDiseasesEndocrine SystemFamily PlanningFertility AgentsGenitaliaGenitalia, FemaleGonadotropinsGonadotropins, Chorionic--therapeutic useHormonesMenstruation DisordersOral Contraceptives--side effectsOvarian EffectsOvaryPhysiologyPituitary Hormone Releasing Hormones--therapeutic useReproductive Control AgentsReversibilityUrogenital System