Which condition contraindicates the combined oral contraceptive pill?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Migraine with aura
- Step 1: Migraine with aura raises the risk of stroke in users of oestrogen.
Answer
Migraine with aura.
Why not the others: The other conditions can be treated with the pill.
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