The most common cause of Anovulation is:: (A) Polycystic Ovarian Disease, (B) Hyperprolactinemia, (C) Premature ovarian failure, (D) Low ovarian reserves
Answer is A. WHO Classification for Anovulation Hypothalamic pituitary failure: Hypogonadotropic Hypogonadism Hypothalamic pituitary dysfunction/PCOS: Normogonadotropic Hypogonadism Ovarian failure: Hypergonadotropic Hypogonadism Hyperprolactinemia Anovulation and ovulatory dysfunction can be caused by a number of factors. The most common cause of ovulatory dysfunction is PCOS. Other potential causes of irregular or absent ovulation: Obesity Underweight Extreme exercise Hyperprolactinemia Premature ovarian failure Perimenopause, or low ovarian reserves Thyroid dysfunction Extremely high levels of stress