PRESENTING HISTORY/CC:
Patient presents to clinic today for transgender hormone therapy management. The patient is a 28-year-old individual assigned female at birth, identifying as male, and uses he/him pronouns. He has been on hormone therapy for 2 years. The patient realized he was transgender at the age of 16. Recent lab findings indicate stable testosterone levels. He has a supportive social network, including family and friends. The patient is interested in full gender transition results. He works as a software engineer and has been seeing a therapist for the past year to support his transition.
SUBJECTIVE FINDINGS:
- The patient requests a review of his current hormone therapy regimen.
- Reports occasional mood swings, which have been present for the past few months.
- Mood swings are alleviated by regular exercise and meditation.
- No previous episodes of similar symptoms.
- Mood swings have a mild impact on daily activities, including work.
- No associated symptoms reported.
- Recently moved to a new city for work.
MED HISTORY AND/OR PRIOR HRT:
- Previous hormone therapy began 2 years ago at another clinic.
- Past medical history includes anxiety, managed with therapy.
- No significant family history relevant to the visit.
- Immunizations are up to date.
OBJECTIVE FINDINGS:
EXAM FINDINGS:
General: No acute distress. Calm and cooperative.
HEENT: NCAT, Vision/Hearing grossly intact, Swallows without difficulty. No speech impairments.
Cardiac: Skin appears well perfused, and is stated as warm and dry. No stated palpitations or CP.
Pulm: No obvious externally audible wheezing. Breathing is even and unlabored on room air. No cyanosis noted. No reported SOB.
Neuro: A&O x 4. GCS = 15. No reported dizziness or numbness/tingling. Moves all extremities spontaneously.
Psych: Appropriate affect. No obvious hallucinations/delusions or stated SI/HI.
GI: No obvious visible masses. No c/o N/V/D or abd pain.
Integumentary: No visible rashes or jaundice.
Genito-Urinary: No stated discomfort.
ASSESSMENT & DIAGNOSIS CODES:
- F64.9 Gender Dysphoria
PLAN FOR CARE & FOLLOW UP:
- Continue current hormone therapy regimen.
- Schedule follow-up labs in 3 months to monitor hormone levels.
- Continue therapy sessions for mental health support.
- Next follow-up appointment scheduled for 02/01/2025.