title: Features of the normal menstrual cycle.
abstract: The information currently available concerning the endocrine aspects of the human menstrual cycle from puberty to menopause is briefly summarized. Features of abnormal menstrual cycles are defined and the endocrine features of the menopausal state summarized. Cautions are expressed regarding the physiologic nature of current and contemplated replacement therapy.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000367:Age Factors; D004717:Endometrium / Q000502:physiology; D004958:Estradiol / Q000502:physiology; D004967:Estrogens / Q000502:physiology; D005260:Female; D005640:Follicle Stimulating Hormone / Q000502:physiology; D005498:Follicular Phase; D006065:Gonadotropins, Pituitary / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D008183:Luteal Phase; D007986:Luteinizing Hormone / Q000502:physiology; D008593:Menopause; D008598:Menstruation; D008875:Middle Aged; D010060:Ovulation
chemical_list: D004967:Estrogens; D006065:Gonadotropins, Pituitary; D004958:Estradiol; D007986:Luteinizing Hormone; D005640:Follicle Stimulating Hormone