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Finally, tracking basal body temperature can also serve as an ovulation indicator. After ovulation, progesterone raises a woman's basal body temperature. By charting this temperature over time, women can confirm past ovulation.
When to Be Concerned
While many women may find it easy to track their ovulation, irregularities in the menstrual cycle can be alarming. Dr. Crawford highlights several warning signs that might indicate underlying issues:
Variability in cycle length, especially cycles longer than 35 days
Spotting in the luteal phase
A notably short or long luteal phase
Absence of periods when not using hormonal contraception