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The brain regulates the menstrual cycle by sending hormones like FSH and LH through the pituitary gland and hypothalamus to the ovaries and uterus. This connection is evident in [1], [2], [3], and [4], which detail the hormonal signaling pathway involving the brain.
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Understanding the Phases of the Menstrual Cycle - Clue helloclue.com 2 facts
claimThe menstrual cycle is regulated by hormones, which act as chemical signals sent through the blood between the brain, ovaries, and uterus.
claimEstrogen, progesterone, follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), and luteinizing hormone (LH) regulate the menstrual cycle by signaling the brain, ovaries, and uterus.
Follicular Phase Of Menstrual Cycle - Cleveland Clinic my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
claimThe pituitary gland releases follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH), which is controlled by the hypothalamus in the brain, to regulate the menstrual cycle.
Menstrual Cycle Phases: Decoding the Stages - Perelel perelelhealth.com 1 fact
claimDuring the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, the brain sends follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) to the ovaries, which brings a pool of eggs out of hibernation.
Female Reproductive System: Structure & Function my.clevelandclinic.org 1 fact
procedureDuring the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, the brain releases follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH) and luteinizing hormone (LH), which travel through the blood to the ovaries to stimulate the growth of 15 to 20 eggs, each contained within a follicle.