Hi all, it's been a while since I posted last, but I finally got in to see an Endocrinologist and have some questions.
First of all, they work on informed consent, which is nice. Even though my therapist was prepared to write a letter if needed.
Anyway, the meeting seemed to go as most had explained. She made sure I had a safe place to live, made sure I was sure of myself, and understood the dangers and effects of HRT, etc. She then asked what type of E I wanted (patch) and if I wanted Spiro. I declined the Spiro, as I want to see if E is enough to drop T levels, if not I can add it. After that she left to print out the blood test order, and made an appointment for 3 months out. Now I just need to go somewhere and get the tests done and have them faxed. Once she sees the results she will call in the prescription.
Now from what I can tell, neither of the blood tests she ordered test any hormone levels. The tests are "Comprehensive Metabolic Panel" and "Lipid Profile". Am I incorrect in assuming that she should have a baseline hormone level? It also seems like 3 months is a long time between starting HRT and having a followup.
Anyway, I thought I would be ecstatic to be finally about to start HRT, but I can't help but be put off by her not ordering any test which includes hormone levels. I'll probably get the levels checked while I'm at it just out of curiosity.
