CHC postpartum non-breastfeeding day 10 — DFSRH MCQ

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A 24-year-old woman is 10 days postpartum, formula-feeding and asks to restart her combined pill. She has no other VTE risk factors. What is the UKMEC category for CHC?

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Correct answer: D — UKMEC 4

CHC is UKMEC 4 in the first 21 days postpartum because of VTE risk, regardless of breastfeeding status. Formula feeding affects lactation considerations but not the early thrombosis issue. Discuss suitable interim methods.

Reference: UK Medical Eligibility Criteria for Contraceptive Use (UKMEC) 2025; FSRH Clinical Guidelines