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SOAP NOTE Name: Y. U Date: 09/20/2018 Time: 11:30 AM Age: 45 y/o Sex: F SUBJECTIVE CC: Follow up Lab result and fatigue HPI: Y.U is a 45-year-old female, who comes to the office today for lab review. She stated that she has gained 10 pound in the last three months and she feels fatigued. Medications: · Synthroid tab 100mcg tab 1 tab q/am PO whit empty stomach · Citalopram tab10 mg tab 1 tab PO OD PMH Allergies: Denies any allergies to food or medication and environmental allergies. Medication Intolerances: NKDA Chronic Illnesses/Major traumas: Depression and hypothyroidism Hospitalizations/Surgeries : Denies Family History Mother: Alive, HTN Father: Alive, CAD Brothers: 1, alive and healthy Social History Patient is married and lives with her husband and two children.

She works as a manicure. She does not smoke cigarettes. She drinks alcohol socially, denies use of illicit drugs. She normally makes a regular checkup for her health chronic conditions. Family attends church on a regularly and has a good support system.

Pets: No. Travel: No. ROS General Patient is a 45 y/o Hispanic female. Patient complains of fatigue and weight gain. No distress noted at this moment.

Appetite decreased Cardiovascular Denies chest pain, palpitations, PND, orthopnea, edema, denies palpitations Skin Warm and dry. No rashes bruising or bleeding noticed, skin is appropriated color for ethnicity. Respiratory Denies cough, wheezing, hemoptysis, dyspnea Eyes Denies changes in vision, denies blurred vision Gastrointestinal Denies vomit or diarrhea. Ears Denies ear pain, hearing loss, ringing in ears, discharge Genitourinary/Gynecological Patient denies urinary symptoms ( urgency, frequency burning, change in color of urine) . No hematuria Nose/Mouth/Throat Denies difficulty in smelling, sinus problems, nose bleeds or discharge.

Denies dysphagia, hoarseness, throat pain Musculoskeletal No limitation of range of motion. Denies any joint pain or any muscle pain Breast No changes Neurological Denies syncope, seizures, transient paralysis, paresthesia, black out spells Heme/Lymph/Endo No bruises, no hematomas, ecchymosis, lymph nodes or mass. Cold intolerance. Psychiatric Decrease level of energy. OBJECTIVE Weight 140 BMI 25.6 Overweigh Temp 98.8 F Pain: 0/10 BP 121/74 mmHg Height 5’.2†in Pulse 84 bpm Resp 18 bpm General Appearance Head is normocephalic, atraumatic and without lesions; hair evenly distributed.

Skin Good turgor, no rashes, well perfused. HEENT Head is normocephalic, atraumatic and without lesions; hair evenly distributed. Eyes: PERRLA. EOMs intact. No conjunctival or scleral injection.

Ears: Canals patent. Nose: Nasal mucosa pink; normal turbinates. No septal deviation. Throat: Oral mucosa pink and moist. Pharynx is no erythematous and without exudate.

Neck: Supple. Full ROM; no cervical lymphadenopathy. Cardiovascular Regular rhythm and rate, normal S1S2, no murmurs. Respiratory Symmetric chest wall. Respirations regular and easy; lungs clear to auscultation bilaterally.

Gastrointestinal Abdomen soft, non-tender, no distended, bowel sound present. No organomegaly, mass, or herniation Breast No mass. Genitourinary Bladder is non-distended. External genitalia deferred. Musculoskeletal Full ROM seen in all 4 extremities as patient moved about the exam room.

Steady gate, no limping or musculoskeletal deformities. Neurological Speech clear. Good tone. Posture erect. Balance stable; gait normal.

Psychiatric Alert, awake. Lab Tests CBC, CMP, Lipid profile, TSH, US of the neck and thyroid, screen mammogram Special Tests None. Diagnosis Diagnosis · Uncontrolled Hypothyroidism · Depression · Overweight Differential diagnosis 1. Ischemic heart disease 2. Hypothyroidism secondary to treatment 3.

Nephrotic syndrome 4. Cirrhosis 5. Depression Plan/Therapeutics · Plan: Illness counseling Discussed compliance with medication TSH prior appointment next month, Lab result follow up RTC or call if no improvement Patient instructed about the nature and course of hypothyroidism, s/s of disease and medication management. Review the labs: TSH 13 Uu/ml. Rest of the lab normal.

New medication: Increase Synthroid 100mcg to 120 mcg daily q/AM. PO whit empty stomach. Patient continue with the same medication for depression. References: McCance, Kathryn, Sue Huether. Pathophysiology: The Biologic Basis for Disease in Adults and Children, 7th Edition .

Mosby, 2014. Vital Book file.

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The case of a 45-year-old Hispanic female presenting with fatigue and weight gain exemplifies the complex interplay of hypothyroidism and depression, highlighting the importance of comprehensive clinical assessment and management strategies. Hypothyroidism, an endocrine disorder characterized by insufficient thyroid hormone production, often manifests with nonspecific symptoms such as fatigue, weight changes, cold intolerance, and psychiatric disturbances, which can overlap with depressive disorders, complicating diagnosis and treatment.

This patient’s medical history includes hypothyroidism and depression, managed with levothyroxine (Synthroid) and citalopram, respectively. Her recent presentation with a 10-pound weight increase over three months and fatigue signifies potential suboptimal control of her hypothyroidism, corroborated by lab results indicating a TSH level of 13 U/mL, above the normal reference range. These findings suggest her thyroid condition remains uncontrolled, necessitating an adjustment in medication dosage.

Physical examination reveals an overweight BMI of 25.6, with vital signs within normal limits but with a slightly elevated TSH. The physical findings are consistent with hypothyroidism, which often presents with dry skin, cold intolerance, and depressive symptoms. The absence of overt physical signs such as goiter or skin abnormalities does not exclude the diagnosis, as hypothyroidism can present subtly.

Diagnostic evaluation, including CBC, CMP, lipid profile, TSH, thyroid ultrasound, and mammogram, aids in ruling out other potential causes of her symptoms such as cardiovascular or hepatic pathology. The normal findings of labs, aside from elevated TSH, support the diagnosis of primary hypothyroidism.

The management plan involves increasing the dosage of levothyroxine from 100 mcg to 120 mcg daily. This medication adjustment aims to normalize her thyroid function, which should alleviate her fatigue and weight issues over time. The importance of medication adherence and monitoring TSH levels every subsequent month is emphasized, ensuring therapeutic effectiveness and preventing risks associated with hypothyroidism or overtreatment.

Furthermore, the continuation of citalopram indicates ongoing treatment for depression, recognizing that hypothyroidism can influence mental health and vice versa. Educating the patient about recognizing signs of hypothyroidism relapse or overtreatment, such as palpitations or weight loss, is vital for effective management.

Holistic care also involves addressing psychosocial factors, including her support system, employment as a manicure, and lifestyle habits such as alcohol consumption and social engagement, which can influence her overall health outcomes.

From a clinical perspective, this case underscores the importance of integrated management of endocrine and psychiatric disorders, considering evidence-based interventions. Regular follow-up, patient education, and adjustments based on laboratory trends form the cornerstone of effective management of hypothyroidism complicated by depression.

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