A 23-year-old woman with a history of dysmenorrhoea asks whether the etonogestrel implant helps with period pain. What should she be told?...

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A 23-year-old woman with a history of dysmenorrhoea asks whether the etonogestrel implant helps with period pain. What should she be told?

Accepted Answer

The implant inhibits ovulation in approximately 97% of cycles, which may improve primary dysmenorrhoea. However, irregular bleeding patterns (a common side effect) may cause their own discomfort

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The implant has no effect on dysmenorrhoea

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The implant always worsens period pain

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Only CHC helps dysmenorrhoea

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The implant cures endometriosis

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Implant May Improve Dysmenorrhoea Via Ovulation Suppression

A 23-year-old woman with a history of dysmenorrhoea asks whether the etonogestrel implant helps with period pain. What should she be told?