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Fertility Glossary

Oligo-ovulation

Ovulating infrequently or unpredictably.

Fertility basics

Oligo-ovulation means eggs are released, but not every cycle or not at a predictable time, so cycles are long or irregular. It reduces the number of chances to conceive each year and makes timing intercourse harder.

Also known as: irregular ovulation, infrequent ovulation

Sources

  • Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC) patient information

Last reviewed: September 9, 2026. Written by the Antega Editorial Team. General information only โ€” always follow the advice of your own clinic, doctor or pharmacist.

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