If Progesterone only contraception is so much safer than Combined Hormonal contraception, that why use CHC at all?

[17583]

I've browsed through the FSRH UK medical eligibility criteria and POP has less restrictions than CHC at every medical condition.

I understand that CHC deals with pain, PMS and amount of bleeding, other than cases where these are severe issues, why would anyone recommend CHC?

[Galen70]

Progestogens don't suit every woman - just like the combined pill doesn't suit every woman. The combined pill is also more forgiving for missed pills - you have only a 12 hour window in which to remember to take the POP. A combination of oestrogen and progestogen can sometimes be better for symptom control for some conditions, like endometriosis , or severe PMS. Some women prefer having a bleed every month to mimic the natural cycle , and also don't want to take a pill every single day. You could ask the question why would anyone recommend hormones , when they could have an IUD ? Simply because not every woman is the same, and they have different needs, so choice is always good