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31st May 2024
Dr Gaius Cassius
Gastroenterologist
Queen’s Hospital
Surry Hills, Sydney
Dear Dr Cassius,
Re: Mr Artie Un Lee; 55 years
Mr Artie Un Lee requires further investigation and management. He has been experiencing persistent gastrointestinal symptoms along with a new complaint of pricking pain around his right rib cage and is ready for transfer.
Mr Lee has a history of bloating, abdominal discomfort, constipation, gas formation and recurrent urinary tract infections, which are under control with a course of ciprofloxacin, 500 mg, for a week.
On 15 th September 2023, Mr Lee visited the general practitioner with the complaints of bloating, abdominal discomfort, constipation and gas formation. On physical examination, mild distension, tenderness in the lower abdominal area was found out. Dietary changes, increased fiber intake, lactulose, 10 g/15 mL, and a probiotic supplements lactobacillus rhamnosus GG were prescribed.
After 3 months, Mr Lee visited with the same complaints and physical examination similar to the previous visit ;however, no significant changes were observed. Additionally, gas-x, 125 mg, was prescribed for gas relief.
On 5th May 2024, Mr Lee came with the complaints of persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort, gas formation and intermittent constipation. Reinforced dietary advice, fluid intake and recommended pancreatin, 300 mg for figestive enzymes.
Presently, Mr Lee has a new complaint of pricking pain around the right rib – cage, along with the ongoing issues. On examination, mild tenderness in the lower abdomen was noted ;however, assessment showed differential diagnosis suggesting musculoskeletal pain, potential rib contusion or irritation. Consideration of referred pain from abdominal or other thoracic organs. Ibuprofen, 400 mg for pain management was advised warm compressess to the affected rib area.
Considering Mr Lee’s present condition it would be appreciated if you could assess his symptoms and new onset of rib pain along with further imaging tests to rule out any underlying pathology and to monitor for any signs of worsening abdominal symptoms. Mr Lee’s current medication regimen and dietary advice have been maintained.
Please contact me for more information.
Yours sincerely,
Charge Nurse.
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| 31st May 2024 | Date |
| Dr Gaius Cassius Gastroenterologist Queen’s Hospital Surry Hills, Sydney |
Address |
| Dear Dr Cassius, | Salutation |
| Re: Mr Artie Un Lee; 55 years | Subject / Re: |
| Mr Artie Un Lee requires further investigation and management. He has been experiencing persistent gastrointestinal symptoms along with a new complaint of pricking pain around his right rib cage and is ready for transfer. | Opening Paragraph |
| Mr Lee has a history of bloating, abdominal discomfort, constipation, gas formation and recurrent urinary tract infections, which are under control with a course of ciprofloxacin, 500 mg, for a week. | Starting of the medical history. |
| On 15 th September 2023, Mr Lee visited the general practitioner with the complaints of bloating, abdominal discomfort, constipation and gas formation. On physical examination, mild distension, tenderness in the lower abdominal area was found out. Dietary changes, increased fiber intake, lactulose, 10 g/15 mL, and a probiotic supplements lactobacillus rhamnosus GG were prescribed. | Further progress. |
| After 3 months, Mr Lee visited with the same complaints and physical examination similar to the previous visit ;however, no significant changes were observed. Additionally, gas-x, 125 mg, was prescribed for gas relief. | Further Progress. |
| On 5th May 2024, Mr Lee came with the complaints of persistent bloating, abdominal discomfort, gas formation and intermittent constipation. Reinforced dietary advice, fluid intake and recommended pancreatin, 300 mg for figestive enzymes. | Recently. |
| Presently, Mr Lee has a new complaint of pricking pain around the right rib – cage, along with the ongoing issues. On examination, mild tenderness in the lower abdomen was noted ;however, assessment showed differential diagnosis suggesting musculoskeletal pain, potential rib contusion or irritation. Consideration of referred pain from abdominal or other thoracic organs. Ibuprofen, 400 mg for pain management was advised warm compressess to the affected rib area. | Presently. |
| Considering Mr Lee’s present condition it would be appreciated if you could assess his symptoms and new onset of rib pain along with further imaging tests to rule out any underlying pathology and to monitor for any signs of worsening abdominal symptoms. Mr Lee’s current medication regimen and dietary advice have been maintained. | Request Paragraph. |
| Please contact me for more information. | Closing. |
| Yours sincerely,
Charge Nurse. |
Signing. |
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