1st visit to Endocrinologist

Leopassion7 · 10-24-2009, 09:13 PM

11/11/09 I have my first visit with an endocrinologist. I know I should have gotten one of those a long time ago, but I was in denial for a while. I do have an OBGYN but I feel that's not enough; especially after my results came back from the blood tests she performed.

Testosterone level: High 92
LSH/FH: norm
Thyroid: norm
Estradiol: 131
Hgb A1C: 5.3
Glucose: 110 (insulin resistance)
HDL: too low
LDL: too high

anywho, I simply don't believe the tests are accurate and so I will now see an endo about doing an in-depth analysis. I know the testosterone levels were correct because I've had severe hirsutism since menarche; but the lsh/fh and thyroid concern me. Also, I'm reactive hypoglycemic and need to know if I'm already diabetic or still in the glucose tolerance stage.

So I guess what I want to know from you all is....what will the Endo check for and/or ask of me during this first visit? And what do I need to take to him/her?

Also, what were your test results like?

Tawnnie405 · 10-24-2009, 10:37 PM

Just would like to wish you luck on your visit. My first visit will 11-18-09. I need all the help I can get. Goodluck again.

Leopassion7 · 10-25-2009, 12:48 AM

Thanks Tawnnie. Hopefully I'll get more indepth answers. Even my Chiro is asking for a copy of the results and wants to start me on his herbal treatments so I'm not so dependent on the traditional meds. Get that? A chiro saying that. Well, his office isn't just a chiropractic center. It's a HEALING center in which he focuses on helping his patients reach the core of their problems not just treating them.

I had to look up his credentials just to be sure he wasn't an OBGYN specialist as well. My boyfriend and I both see him and it would be a weird to find that out about him. lol. Though my bf did ask me the other day.

kbmoore12 · 10-27-2009, 11:19 PM

Hi.

Thanks for posting this... I'm suppose to visit the endo within the next couple of months and I'm not sure what exactly will happen.

Subscribing to this thread, to see what others say.

Good luck!

Tawnnie405 · 11-11-2009, 10:30 PM

Just checking in to see how was the first visit.

froubaby · 11-11-2009, 11:55 PM

Bring all of your test results with you to your first Endo appt. If you have documented pain, monthly cycles, etc bring all of that as well. The doc will more than likely start off with the question of "what brings you hear". If you're there for pain and not ttc, tell them. If you are there for pain and ttc, tell them. If you have not a lot of pain and just ttc, tell them. Be specific in what your current condition is and what your goal is by seeing them. Then let them know you brought all of this information with you in case they want copies of it. More than likely they will copy to add to your record and then the convo will carry on from there based on what you have told them of your conditions and goals.

I could tell you how my first Endo appts went, but my pain levels and such may be different from yours and my goals may be different from yours. Just make sure you bring all info you have and mention everything to the doc. If you remember something you forgot to add in after you've left the office, call them and ask to leave a message.

I think you're going in the right direction by having the gyno and endo. Also, be careful about jumping to the herbal's that the chiro recommends. Maybe have them write out their recommendations and before taking, discuss with both your regular doctor as well as your gyno AND endo. Always make sure your docs are aware and approve of natural medications that you decide to take as many prescription drugs could respond abnormally due to the herbal meds whether they be prescribed now or in the future.

Good luck!