A 28-year-old woman with suspected migraine with aura requests the combined oral contraceptive (COC). What do guidelines advise?...

Question

A 28-year-old woman with suspected migraine with aura requests the combined oral contraceptive (COC). What do guidelines advise?

Accepted Answer

COC is contraindicated; offer progestogen-only methods

Answer

COC is suitable; prescribe

Answer

COC only if on low-oestrogen pill

Answer

COC after neurology review

Answer

No contraception needed

mrcgp akt MCQ (SBA): Contraception in Migraine with Aura