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Is There Any Relation Between Body Temperature And Ovulation?

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Posted on Thu, 12 Dec 2013
Question: I'm temps have stayed the same 36.7 degress up until today day 6 post ovulation,is this normal should I be concerned?
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Answered by Dr. Jose Ignacio Artero Munoz (1 hour later)
Brief Answer: Body temperature-Menstrual cycle Detailed Answer: Hello, Delighted to be able to help. Temperature has two phases in the menstrual cycle: starting the menstrual cycle is lower, which causes ovulation.Three days after ovulation, the progesterone level increases.Progesterone causes body temperature increases after ovulation (approximately 0.2 to 0.5 degrees ).The temperature remains higher for ten days, after which it goes back down, leading to menstruation. Consequently, it is normal for your body temperature is slightly elevated, is not pathological,after will decrease and you'll have menstruation. I Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.If you do not have any clarifications, please don’t forget to evaluate my answer. I wish you good health.
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Is There Any Relation Between Body Temperature And Ovulation?

Brief Answer: Body temperature-Menstrual cycle Detailed Answer: Hello, Delighted to be able to help. Temperature has two phases in the menstrual cycle: starting the menstrual cycle is lower, which causes ovulation.Three days after ovulation, the progesterone level increases.Progesterone causes body temperature increases after ovulation (approximately 0.2 to 0.5 degrees ).The temperature remains higher for ten days, after which it goes back down, leading to menstruation. Consequently, it is normal for your body temperature is slightly elevated, is not pathological,after will decrease and you'll have menstruation. I Hope I have answered your query. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.If you do not have any clarifications, please don’t forget to evaluate my answer. I wish you good health.