The use of continuous OCPs is low in deployed women with aviation-related duties, yet a majority desires menstrual suppression. Continuous OCP use in this setting is associated with significantly improved compliance and significant reductions in specific menstrual burdens. Entry-level education is desirable and may reduce barriers to continuous OCP use by addressing risks, side effects, and daily pill adherence strategies. Flight surgeons should provide further education and consider continuous OCP dosing in the austere environment of combat flight.
The policy of allowing only one categorization code to describe reasons for an Initial Entry Training discharge frequently resulted in incomplete characterization of factors leading to discharge. Pre-existing medical and mental health conditions were found in a much greater percentage of discharges than indicated by a simple review of discharge codes.
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