Perimenopause and Menopause Health Assessment
Date:
01 November 2024
Patient Details:
Name: Sarah Jones
Date of Birth: 12/03/1968
Age: 56
Address: 12 Acacia Avenue, London, SW1A 0AA
Contact Number: 020 7946 0000
Reason for Assessment:
Patient presents today for a comprehensive assessment of perimenopausal symptoms, including hot flushes, sleep disturbances, and mood changes. She is seeking guidance on managing these symptoms and understanding her options for hormone replacement therapy.
Medical History:
Past Medical History: Hypertension, managed with Lisinopril 10mg daily. No other significant medical conditions.
Surgical History: Appendectomy in 1985.
Medications: Lisinopril 10mg daily, Vitamin D 1000 IU daily.
Allergies: No known allergies.
Family History: Mother had a history of osteoporosis; father had a history of cardiovascular disease.
Social History: Non-smoker, drinks alcohol occasionally (1-2 units per week), works as a teacher, lives with her husband, good support system.
Menstrual History and Menopausal Symptoms:
Menstrual Cycle Details: Irregular periods for the past 18 months, with cycles ranging from 28 to 45 days. Last menstrual period was 3 months ago.
Menopausal Stage Assessment: Perimenopause.
Symptom Checklist:
- Vasomotor Symptoms: Experiencing hot flushes several times a day, moderate severity, and night sweats 2-3 times a week.
- Psychological Symptoms: Reports mood swings, occasional anxiety, and difficulty concentrating.
- Sleep Disturbances: Difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep, waking up frequently during the night.
- Genitourinary Symptoms: Reports mild vaginal dryness.
- Musculoskeletal Symptoms: Reports occasional joint pain.
- Sexual Health: Reports decreased libido.
- Other Symptoms: None reported.
Physical Examination:
General Appearance: Alert and oriented female, appears her stated age.
Blood Pressure: 130/80 mmHg.
Heart Rate: 72 bpm.
Weight and BMI: Weight 70 kg, Height 165 cm, BMI 25.8.
Clinical Examination Findings: Cardiovascular and respiratory systems unremarkable. Abdomen soft, non-tender. Breast examination normal. Pelvic examination deferred due to patient preference.
Investigations:
Pathology Results: FSH 45 IU/L, LH 38 IU/L, Oestradiol 25 pg/mL, TSH normal, Lipid profile normal.
Imaging Results: DEXA scan scheduled.
Other Investigations: None.
Assessment and Diagnosis:
Patient is experiencing perimenopausal symptoms, including vasomotor, psychological, and sleep disturbances. Diagnosis: Perimenopause.
Differential diagnoses considered: Thyroid dysfunction, depression.
Management Plan:
Algorithm Applied:
Utilised the algorithm for managing perimenopausal symptoms from "A Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause".
Lifestyle Modifications:
- Dietary Advice: Advised to maintain a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, and to limit caffeine and alcohol intake.
- Exercise Recommendations: Recommended regular moderate-intensity exercise, including weight-bearing activities.
- Stress Management: Recommended relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing exercises and mindfulness.
- Sleep Hygiene: Advised to establish a regular sleep schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine, and ensure a comfortable sleep environment.
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Discussion:
- Benefits and Risks: Discussed the benefits of HRT in managing menopausal symptoms, including symptom relief and potential benefits for bone health. Discussed the risks, including increased risk of breast cancer, cardiovascular events, and venous thromboembolism. Informed patient of the importance of regular breast screening.
- Prescribed HRT Regimen: Patient opted to start HRT. Prescribed transdermal oestrogen patch (50 mcg) and cyclical progesterone (Utrogestan 100mg orally for 14 days each month).
- Patient Decision and Consent: Patient provided informed consent for HRT.
Non-Hormonal Therapies:
Recommended a vaginal moisturiser for vaginal dryness.
Referrals:
Referral to a gynaecologist for further assessment and management.
Screening and Prevention:
Recommended annual mammograms and cervical screening as per national guidelines. DEXA scan scheduled to assess bone density.
Follow-up Plan:
Review in 3 months to assess response to HRT and monitor for any side effects.
Patient Education:
Provided education on perimenopause, HRT, lifestyle modifications, and potential side effects. Provided written information on menopause management.
MBS Item Numbers Considered/Applied:
36, 5000, 5020
Perimenopause and Menopause Health Assessment
Date:
[date of assessment]
Patient Details:
Name: [patient's full name]
Date of Birth: [patient's date of birth]
Age: [patient's age]
Address: [patient's residential address]
Contact Number: [patient's contact telephone number]
Reason for Assessment:
[describe the primary reason for the patient seeking this perimenopause and menopause health assessment, including presenting symptoms, concerns, or health goals]
Medical History:
Past Medical History: [document all relevant past medical conditions, diagnoses, and significant health events]
Surgical History: [list all previous surgical procedures and the dates performed]
Medications: [detail all current medications, including prescription, over-the-counter, supplements, and herbal remedies, along with dosages and frequencies]
Allergies: [list all known allergies to medications, foods, or environmental factors, and the nature of the reaction]
Family History: [document relevant family medical history, particularly concerning cardiovascular disease, cancer, osteoporosis, and other chronic conditions pertinent to menopause]
Social History: [describe relevant social factors including smoking status, alcohol consumption, recreational drug use, occupation, living situation, and support systems]
Menstrual History and Menopausal Symptoms:
Menstrual Cycle Details: [describe menstrual cycle regularity, duration, flow, last menstrual period, and any changes observed]
Menopausal Stage Assessment: [assess and document the patient's current menopausal stage based on symptoms and menstrual history, e.g., perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause]
Symptom Checklist:
- Vasomotor Symptoms: [document presence and severity of hot flushes, night sweats]
- Psychological Symptoms: [document presence and severity of mood changes, anxiety, depression, irritability, brain fog, memory issues]
- Sleep Disturbances: [document presence and severity of insomnia, restless sleep, difficulty falling or staying asleep]
- Genitourinary Symptoms: [document presence and severity of vaginal dryness, dyspareunia, urinary urgency, frequency, recurrent UTIs]
- Musculoskeletal Symptoms: [document presence and severity of joint pain, muscle aches, changes in bone density]
- Sexual Health: [document presence and severity of changes in libido, sexual function, or discomfort]
- Other Symptoms: [document any other relevant symptoms reported by the patient]
Physical Examination:
General Appearance: [describe general appearance, body habitus, and signs of distress]
Blood Pressure: [document blood pressure reading]
Heart Rate: [document heart rate reading]
Weight and BMI: [document patient's weight and calculated Body Mass Index]
Clinical Examination Findings: [document relevant physical examination findings related to cardiovascular, respiratory, abdominal, breast, and pelvic systems as clinically indicated]
Investigations:
Pathology Results: [document results of any blood tests, including hormone levels (FSH, LH, Oestradiol), thyroid function, lipid profile, liver and kidney function, glucose]
Imaging Results: [document results of any relevant imaging, such as bone density scans (DEXA) or pelvic ultrasounds]
Other Investigations: [document results of any other relevant diagnostic tests or screenings]
Assessment and Diagnosis:
[summarise the patient's current health status, menopausal stage, and any diagnoses made based on history, symptoms, physical examination, and investigations]
[describe the differential diagnoses considered]
Management Plan:
Algorithm Applied:
[state which specific algorithm(s) from "A Practitioner’s Toolkit for Managing Menopause" were utilised in developing the management plan]
Lifestyle Modifications:
- Dietary Advice: [provide specific dietary recommendations relevant to menopause and overall health]
- Exercise Recommendations: [provide specific exercise guidelines and physical activity suggestions]
- Stress Management: [suggest strategies for stress reduction and mental well-being]
- Sleep Hygiene: [provide advice on improving sleep patterns]
Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Discussion:
- Benefits and Risks: [document detailed discussion of the benefits and risks of HRT, tailored to the patient's individual profile]
- Prescribed HRT Regimen: [detail the specific HRT type, dosage, route, and frequency if initiated or modified]
- Patient Decision and Consent: [document patient's informed decision regarding HRT and verbal or written consent]
Non-Hormonal Therapies:
[detail any non-hormonal pharmaceutical or complementary therapies recommended for symptom management]
Referrals:
[document any referrals to other specialists or allied health professionals, e.g., gynaecologist, dietitian, psychologist, physiotherapist]
Screening and Prevention:
[outline recommendations for ongoing health screenings, e.g., mammograms, cervical screening, bone density monitoring]
Follow-up Plan:
[specify the date and purpose of the next scheduled review]
Patient Education:
[summarise key educational points provided to the patient regarding menopause, symptoms, and management options]
MBS Item Numbers Considered/Applied:
[list relevant Medicare Benefits Schedule (MBS) item numbers applicable to this consultation and assessment]
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