Question

A 36-year-old smoker (15 cigarettes/day) with migraine with aura requests contraception. She does not wish to become pregnant in the next few years. Which contraceptive method is most appropriate according to current guidance?

Accepted Answer

Progestogen-only pill

Answer

Combined oral contraceptive pill

Answer

Oestrogen-containing vaginal ring

Answer

No contraception is required if migraine is controlled

Answer

Combined hormonal transdermal patch

Practice question

A 36-year-old smoker (15 cigarettes/day) with migraine with aura requests contraception. She does not wish to become pregnant in the next few years. Which contraceptive method is most appropriate according to current guidance?