🚨Why does pain occur during ovulation? ✔ Follicle rupture: In the middle of the cycle, a mature follicle bursts, releasing the egg. This process is accompanied by a brief release of fluid and a small amount of blood into the abdominal cavity, which can irritate the peritoneum and cause pain on one side of the lower abdomen. ✔ Fallopian tube contractions: The fallopian tubes contract to “catch” the egg. These contractions can sometimes be felt as a pulling or dull ache. ✔ Hormonal changes: A sha