Client Story
Accurate diagnosis and proactive planning for a better quality of life.
A 54-year-old male presented to the emergency department with severe and debilitating pain originating in his left cheek and radiating from his left eye to his jaw.
A brain MRI revealed a suspicious lesion in the middle cerebellar peduncle and right periventricular white matter. The client expressed concern about elevated PSA levels following testosterone pellet therapy, which correlated with PI-RADS 5 lesions found on the MRI. Additionally, he has a history of blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, and positive dengue serology following exposure to bat feces.
The PHM Care Team guided the client through a comprehensive care plan, starting with consultations and imaging to rule out multiple sclerosis or infectious disease. To support pain management and ensure safe usage, they arranged a consultation with a medical cannabis expert.
The Care Team ordered and reviewed genetic testing to evaluate current and future treatment options for trigeminal neuralgia. Recognizing the client’s challenges, they identified speech-to-text technology to assist with work when pain limited their ability to function. Additionally, they provided education on lifestyle changes to manage symptoms and improve neurological health, as well as explaining how a specific medication works and its interaction with testosterone.
PHM confirmed the diagnosis of trigeminal neuralgia and identified the best treatment plan, providing reassurance that multiple sclerosis was not a concern. By managing symptoms and addressing quality of life issues, PHM ensured David felt supported in every aspect of his care. By connecting him with leading experts and providing education on potential future treatments, the team equipped him with a plan for any possibilities ahead. This personalized approach highlights the PHM difference – facilitating accurate diagnoses and preventing unnecessary or potentially harmful treatments.
“The value your team provides is incredible. If I didn’t have PHM I may have been diagnosed with MS and be on MS medication.”
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