What Is a Short Luteal Phase?
The menstrual cycle is broken up into several phases and there is disagreement as to exactly how many of these phases exist. What’s most important is that the cycle begins with menstruation and then moves onto to ovulation or the ovulatory phase. This is followed by the luteal phase, which begins directly after ovulation occurs and is a build-up of endometrial lining. This lining, which gets produced monthly, is what supports implantation of a fetus, and a healthy lining that stays in place is needed for both implantation and sustenance of a pregnancy. When women have a short luteal phase or luteal phase dysfunction, problems with fertility can definitely result.
