What happens to unfertilized secondary oocytes after ovulation?

After ovulation occurs, unfertilized secondary oocytes, also known as eggs, go through a series of changes in the female reproductive system. If fertilization does not take place, the oocyte begins to deteriorate and undergoes a process called atresia. During this process, the unfertilized egg degenerates and is reabsorbed by the body. This ensures that only healthy eggs have the potential to be fertilized, while those that are not viable are eliminated. The atretic oocytes are then broken down and discarded, ultimately being expelled from the body during menstruation.

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