[G. Ann]

Waiting can be so difficult. On the one hand, it's good your doctor ordered the additional scan so quickly, rather than going in to his office, and then possibly facing a delay to get the second test. The doc probably wants to have all the info before meeting with you so he can fully answer all your questions. Sometimes the medical professionals fail to take into consideration how a rescheduled appt can add to our stress level, especially when you didn't get the results of the first test. Secondly, many of us like to know the reasons behind a doctor's decisions so we can start gathering info and thinking of questions to ask at the next appt.

If waiting to talk to the doctor is causing you more anxiety, could you talk to him on the phone and ask why he is ordering this second test?

Hoping the time passes quickly for you and that you'll have good news.