A 32-year-old woman with confirmed endometriosis asks about the effect of CHC on endometriosis-related pain. What is the evidence?...

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A 32-year-old woman with confirmed endometriosis asks about the effect of CHC on endometriosis-related pain. What is the evidence?

Accepted Answer

CHC (particularly in a continuous or extended regimen) can reduce endometriosis-related pain by suppressing ovulation and inducing endometrial atrophy

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CHC has no effect on endometriosis pain

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CHC worsens endometriosis

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Only the COC helps; the patch and ring do not

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CHC cures endometriosis

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): CHC Reduces Endometriosis Pain

A 32-year-old woman with confirmed endometriosis asks about the effect of CHC on endometriosis-related pain. What is the evidence?