Question

A 49-year-old with migraine uses combined oral contraceptives and smokes. She asks about IUD. Which statement reflects US MEC?

Accepted Answer

A levonorgestrel IUD is Category 1 for most migraine without aura

Answer

Combined OCPs are Category 4 with migraine with aura

Answer

Copper IUD is Category 1 regardless of VTE risk

Answer

All hormonal methods are Category 3 in smokers <35

Answer

Progestin-only pills are Category 4 with migraine without aura

Practice question

A 49-year-old with migraine uses combined oral contraceptives and smokes. She asks about IUD. Which statement reflects US MEC?