A 48-year-old woman with a history of migraine without aura presents to the GP with perimenopausal symptoms. She has a uterus. She is interested in HR...

Question

A 48-year-old woman with a history of migraine without aura presents to the GP with perimenopausal symptoms. She has a uterus. She is interested in HRT. Which is the single most appropriate route of oestrogen administration?

Accepted Answer

Transdermal oestradiol is preferred as it does not increase stroke risk

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Oral oestradiol is preferred

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HRT is contraindicated in women with any history of migraine

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Conjugated equine oestrogen is the safest option

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There is no difference between routes for migraine sufferers

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): HRT Route in Migraine

A 48-year-old woman with a history of migraine without aura presents to the GP with perimenopausal symptoms. She has a uterus. She is interested in HRT. Which is the single most appropriate route of oestrogen administration?