A woman using a COC asks about the non-contraceptive benefit regarding menstrual cycles. What effect does the standard 21/7 COC regimen have on menstr...

Question

A woman using a COC asks about the non-contraceptive benefit regarding menstrual cycles. What effect does the standard 21/7 COC regimen have on menstruation?

Accepted Answer

It typically produces lighter, less painful, and more regular withdrawal bleeds compared to natural periods

Answer

It has no effect on menstruation

Answer

It always causes amenorrhoea

Answer

It makes periods heavier

Answer

It only affects period regularity, not volume or pain

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): COC Lighter Less Painful Periods

A woman using a COC asks about the non-contraceptive benefit regarding menstrual cycles. What effect does the standard 21/7 COC regimen have on menstruation?