A woman taking the progestogen-only pill (desogestrel) experiences breakthrough bleeding after 2 weeks of use. She has been taking it correctly. What ...

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A woman taking the progestogen-only pill (desogestrel) experiences breakthrough bleeding after 2 weeks of use. She has been taking it correctly. What is the most likely explanation?

Accepted Answer

Irregular bleeding is common during the first few months of POP use and usually settles

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The POP is ineffective for her

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She has developed cervical cancer

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The POP is causing ovarian cysts

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She is pregnant

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): POP Early Breakthrough Bleeding

A woman taking the progestogen-only pill (desogestrel) experiences breakthrough bleeding after 2 weeks of use. She has been taking it correctly. What is the most likely explanation?