Definition of Mittelschmerz
1. Noun. Pain in the area of the ovary that is felt at the time of ovulation (usually midway through the menstrual cycle).
Medical Definition of Mittelschmerz
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One-sided lower abdominal (pelvic) pain that occurs at or around the time of ovulation (midcycle). Thought to be secondary to a stretching of the ovarian capsule and subsequent capsular rupture during expulsion of the egg. Inevitably, there is some bleeding associated with this normal month function that can inflame the peritoneum and cause pain.
(27 Sep 1997)
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