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Ovarian hypofunction

Ovarian hypofunction

Overview

Ovarian hypofunction is caused when the ovaries cease to function normally due to decreased hormone production.

Review Date 6/8/2020

Updated by: LaQuita Martinez, MD, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Alpharetta, GA. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, Brenda Conaway, Editorial Director, and the A.D.A.M. Editorial team.