How long should a patient have to wait for a response — especially when abnormal test results are involved? Ten days ago, I received several concerning results. I sent a message over 60 hours ago. Still no reply. And yet, the portal clearly states, “Please allow up to 48 hours for a response.”

If this were a one-time thing, maybe I could let it go. If it were the same provider each time, maybe I’d chalk it up to a bad week. But it’s not. It’s a pattern. And I’m exhausted — physically, emotionally, and spiritually — from feeling ignored while my health deteriorates.

Another recent frustration… If you’ve ever waited months for a referral only to be dismissed without explanation… I see you.

After waiting over a month to see a specialist, I found out this past week that my cardiologist canceled my referral to a Dysautonomia expert. No explanation. No discussion. Just a quiet decision that my symptoms didn’t “warrant” further investigation—despite how real and disruptive they are.

I’ve given grace. I’ve been patient. I’ve worked full-time, six days a week, more often than not, for twenty-plus years. I understand being understaffed and overwhelmed. But I’m done excusing silence when answers are needed.

This is just the latest in a long string of disappointments from the medical system — especially over the past year. I know there are good doctors out there. I know some truly care. But right now? I can’t seem to catch a break.

Please. Help a concerned patient out. I’m not asking for miracles — just a response. Just a sliver of clarity. Just something.

*End rant*

In order to think outside of the parentheses, each post, I leave a scripture, meme, and/or music clip or video that inspired the title and blog content because, “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” -John 1:5

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