A woman on the combined oral contraceptive pill has a routine follow-up. She reports no problems. She asks when her next appointment should be. Accord...

Question

A woman on the combined oral contraceptive pill has a routine follow-up. She reports no problems. She asks when her next appointment should be. According to FSRH, how frequently should combined hormonal contraception be reviewed?

Accepted Answer

At least annually - BP and BMI should be checked, new risk factors assessed, and ongoing suitability of the method confirmed

Answer

No review is needed after the initial 3-month check

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Every 6 months mandatory

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Monthly reviews are required

Answer

Only when she develops symptoms

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): CHC At Least Annual Review

A woman on the combined oral contraceptive pill has a routine follow-up. She reports no problems. She asks when her next appointment should be. According to FSRH, how frequently should combined hormonal contraception be reviewed?