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Follicular Phase

Medical Definition: The period of the MENSTRUAL CYCLE representing follicular growth, increase in ovarian estrogen (ESTROGENS) production, and epithelial proliferation of the ENDOMETRIUM. Follicular phase begins with the onset of MENSTRUATION and ends with OVULATION.
Follicular Phase Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Follicular Atresia - The degeneration and resorption of an OVARIAN FOLLICLE before it reaches maturity and ruptures.

Follicular Phase Medical Definitions and Terms

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