A 48-year-old perimenopausal woman on sequential HRT asks the GP whether she still needs contraception. She has been amenorrhoeic for 8 months on HRT....

Question

A 48-year-old perimenopausal woman on sequential HRT asks the GP whether she still needs contraception. She has been amenorrhoeic for 8 months on HRT. Which is the most accurate advice?

Accepted Answer

HRT does NOT provide contraception - she should use a separate contraceptive method until menopause can be confirmed

Answer

HRT provides adequate contraception

Answer

She no longer needs contraception as she is 48

Answer

The progestogen component of HRT provides sufficient contraception

Answer

Amenorrhoea on HRT confirms menopause and she can stop contraception

uk-drcog MCQ (SBA): HRT Is Not Contraception

A 48-year-old perimenopausal woman on sequential HRT asks the GP whether she still needs contraception. She has been amenorrhoeic for 8 months on HRT. Which is the most accurate advice?