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can you have a period and not ovulate?

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Yes.: Ovulatory cycles usually lead to predictable menstrual periods.  Frequently, women have irregular bleeding patterns that may be related to anovulation.

Question 2

can a woman have a period but not ovulate?

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Yes: There is a big difference between the hormone induced changes in the uterine lining that induce a period and the mechanical act of releasing an egg, ovulation.

Question 3

could i have a period if i was not ovulating?

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Yes: Absolutely.  Matter of fact most women will have a period whether or not they ovulate but their cycles are generally irregular when they are not ovulating.  Approximately 3% of women have regular cycles but are not ovulating.  If you have concerns, consider using a ovulation detection kit (odk) from the store which are generally accurate in showing if you are ovulating.  Good luck.

Question 4

when you have a period does it mean you ovulate?

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No: it means that your female hormones are working correctly.

Question 5

do a female have to be ovulating to have a period?

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Nearly always: The only way to have a spontaneous period (no medicine) is if you ovulate first. There are many reasons for vaginal bleeding that are not menstruation (a period), though. Hope this helps!

Question 6

is it possible to not have a period after you ovulated?

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Yes: This is what happens when you get pregnant.

Question 7

can you have a period every 28-29 days and not ovulate?

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Possible not likely: If a woman has a regular monthly cycle and has premenstrual symptoms like bloating, breast tenderness etc, then 95% chance you are ovulating.

Question 8

if you have a period every 31 days when do you ovulate?

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Probably on the: 15th or 16th day of your cycle.  The following link might be helpful:
www.babycenter.com/ovulation-calculator

Question 9

is it possible to have a period without ovulating first?

Accepted Answer

Early menstral perio: Early menstrual periods in teen age girls are without ovulation. There may be other occasios that menstrual perids are without ovulation including young girls who are very active in sports or have chronic illness.

Question 10

i have a period every  25 days .. when would i ovulate ?

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Half way : If your period is 25 days you would probably ovulate around day 12 plus or minus a day.

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