A 50-year-old woman presents with vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes, night sweats) and irregular periods. Her last period was 8 months ago. She is still...

Question

A 50-year-old woman presents with vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes, night sweats) and irregular periods. Her last period was 8 months ago. She is still sexually active. Which of the following is correct regarding contraception and menopause?

Accepted Answer

She should continue contraception until 1 year after her last menstrual period as she is aged 50 or over

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She no longer needs contraception as she is perimenopausal

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She should continue contraception until 2 years after her last menstrual period as she is under 50

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FSH levels should be used to determine when to stop contraception in all cases

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Contraception is only needed if she is using HRT

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Contraception at Menopause

A 50-year-old woman presents with vasomotor symptoms (hot flushes, night sweats) and irregular periods. Her last period was 8 months ago. She is still sexually active. Which of the following is correct regarding contraception and menopause?