A woman using a desogestrel POP asks about the effect on breastfeeding. She is 3 months postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding. What should she be t...

Question

A woman using a desogestrel POP asks about the effect on breastfeeding. She is 3 months postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding. What should she be told?

Accepted Answer

The desogestrel POP does not affect breast milk production or composition. It is safe to use during breastfeeding and does not affect the infant

Answer

The POP reduces breast milk production

Answer

Only the levonorgestrel POP is safe in breastfeeding

Answer

She must wait until 6 months postpartum to start any POP

Answer

The POP passes into breast milk and harms the infant

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Desogestrel POP Safe Breastfeeding

A woman using a desogestrel POP asks about the effect on breastfeeding. She is 3 months postpartum and exclusively breastfeeding. What should she be told?