A 32-year-old breastfeeding woman 6 weeks postpartum requests contraception. She has no medical comorbidities and is exclusively breastfeeding. Which ...

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A 32-year-old breastfeeding woman 6 weeks postpartum requests contraception. She has no medical comorbidities and is exclusively breastfeeding. Which is the most appropriate contraceptive option at this time?

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Progestogen-only pill or implant

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Combined oestrogen-progestogen oral contraceptive pill immediately

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No contraception is needed while breastfeeding

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Oestrogen-only patch

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Copper intrauterine device is contraindicated while breastfeeding

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Postpartum contraception

A 32-year-old breastfeeding woman 6 weeks postpartum requests contraception. She has no medical comorbidities and is exclusively breastfeeding. Which is the most appropriate contraceptive option at this time?