A 28-year-old woman with a confirmed diagnosis of endometriosis asks about the non-contraceptive benefits of CHC for her condition. She currently has ...

Question

A 28-year-old woman with a confirmed diagnosis of endometriosis asks about the non-contraceptive benefits of CHC for her condition. She currently has no contraceptive needs (partner has had a vasectomy). Can CHC still be prescribed?

Accepted Answer

CHC can be prescribed for its non-contraceptive benefits including management of endometriosis-related pain, even if contraception is not the primary indication

Answer

CHC should only be prescribed for contraception

Answer

Only the LNG-IUS can be prescribed for endometriosis

Answer

CHC worsens endometriosis

Answer

She needs a specialist referral before CHC can be prescribed for non-contraceptive use

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): CHC Prescribed for Non-Contraceptive Benefits Endometriosis

A 28-year-old woman with a confirmed diagnosis of endometriosis asks about the non-contraceptive benefits of CHC for her condition. She currently has no contraceptive needs (partner has had a vasectomy). Can CHC still be prescribed?