First endocrinologist appointment questions

[Raya]

No, not for that! (At least not yet... )

Two weeks ago, I started seeing a wonderful therapist. Predictably, she said it's a bit soon for hormones. In the meantime, she understands how immensely antidepressants would help. That's why she set me up with her endocrinologist.

Problem is, I know the medication like the back of my hand (I'm only off it because I couldn't afford it). If all I did was pick up that script, I feel like I'd be wasting our time. So I have two questions for all of you:

• What was your first endo appointment like?
• Is there anything I can do to lay the groundwork for when I do start HRT?

For example, one thing I'm thinking of now is asking for a blood test. HRT is months in the future, though. Would it make sense to do one this early? Could it "get it out of the way" for later, or would I be wasting money on a test that will go "stale" by the time HRT starts?

[Alexmakenoise]

• Is there anything I can do to lay the groundwork for when I do start HRT?

I would ask the endo that very question.  Even if tests aren't recommended at this point, they could probably give you some useful advice and information that you wouldn't find elsewhere.

[Jenny_B_Good]

• Is there anything I can do to lay the groundwork for when I do start HRT?

Take good care of yourself.
  If you take oral hormones this places a heavier load on your liver. Consider drinking more water, eat more verggies, or even consider the 8 week liver detox diet( yes, I know, I'm one of those!)

Most important... Be safe

[Raya]

I would ask the endo that very question.  Even if tests aren't recommended at this point, they could probably give you some useful advice and information that you wouldn't find elsewhere.

I guess I did kind of answer my own question there. You're completely right, though. I don't know why I still have this unconscious urge to be coy about this.

Take good care of yourself.
  If you take oral hormones this places a heavier load on your liver. Consider drinking more water, eat more verggies, or even consider the 8 week liver detox diet( yes, I know, I'm one of those!)

Most important... Be safe

Truth be told, I am worried about how the minoxidil is affecting my blood pressure. I think I might be responding too well to it. *sigh* Maybe I've got a lot more to tell him than I thought.