History of Presenting Complaint (HPC):
- Patient presents with heavy menstrual bleeding for the past 6 months. Bleeding occurs every 21 days and lasts for 7 days. (SOCRATES: Site - Uterus, Onset - 6 months ago, Character - Heavy bleeding, Radiating - None, Associated symptoms - Fatigue, Timing - Every 21 days, Exacerbating/Relieving factors - None, Severity - 8/10)
- Associated symptoms include fatigue and occasional dizziness.
Past Medical History:
- No past history of abnormal uterine bleeding or gynecological issues.
- No history of bleeding disorder.
- History of appendectomy at age 16.
Medications and Allergies:
- Ibuprofen 400mg as needed for pain, Vitamin D 1000 IU daily.
- No known allergies.
Family History:
- Mother had hysterectomy due to fibroids at age 48.
Screening Questions:
- Menstruation:
- Current cycle status: Menstruating.
- Menstrual cycle length: 21 days, regular.
- Bleeding details: Heavy bleeding, soaking through pads, with clots.
- Age at menarche: 12 years old.
- Change of Pregnancy:
- Assessment details: Not currently pregnant, negative urine pregnancy test.
- Previous Pregnancies:
- G0P0.
- Plans for current or future pregnancies: Patient desires to conceive in the future.
- Contraception:
- Current contraceptive method: None.
- Duration of use: N/A.
- Recently missed pills: N/A.
- Menopause Status:
- Current menopause status: Premenopausal.
- Use of hormone replacement therapy: N/A.
- Sexual History:
- Sexually active with one partner, uses condoms.
Review of Systems (ROS):
- Reports fatigue and occasional dizziness.
Investigations:
- CBC: pending. Pelvic ultrasound: pending.
SESSION CONTENT: - Patient reports heavy bleeding and fatigue. Discussed potential causes of AUB, including hormonal imbalances and structural abnormalities. - Discussed the importance of ruling out pregnancy and other causes of bleeding. - Discussed the patient's desire to conceive in the future. - Discussed the patient's concerns about her heavy bleeding and its impact on her daily life. - Discussed the patient's medical history and family history.
PLAN FOR NEXT SESSION - Next Session: 15 November 2024 at 10:00 AM. - Review lab results and ultrasound findings. Discuss treatment options, including hormonal and non-hormonal approaches. Discuss family planning options.
Assessment and Plan:
- Assessment: Heavy menstrual bleeding (AUB) likely due to hormonal imbalance or structural cause. Differential diagnoses include fibroids, polyps, and endometrial hyperplasia. Plan: Order CBC and pelvic ultrasound. Discuss treatment options and family planning options at the next visit.