Meaning & use
luteal
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Relating to the corpus luteum, especially the phase of the menstrual cycle that follows ovulation.
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Hormone levels rise during the luteal phase of the cycle.
Some people experience mood changes during the luteal phase.
A note on using this word
Almost always used in the phrase 'luteal phase' in discussions of reproductive health and the menstrual cycle.
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