She takes no prescription medications. Menarche was at age 13, and her periods are regular. She experienced gradual weight gain since her middle teenage years approximately 30 lbs. since age 15 but she reports an involuntary weight loss of 6 lbs in the last 3 months or so. She denies anorexia. She is not sure about her family s medical history, and has no siblings.
Physical examination reveals a normotensive, afebrile, slightly tired-looking woman.
Head, neck, chest, cardiovascular, and abdominal exams are unremarkable. Peripheral pulses are strong and no edema is noted. Peripheral sensation is intact. All rights reserved.