@scottbeammeup, what crazy twists and turns our minds can spin for us when we're worried. Getting a call from your doctor's office probably started the worry train on its route to run-away train. Whenever the doctor's office number comes up on my phone, an alarm bell goes off. Kind of a white coat syndrome effect.

You got the call and were told that your scheduled appointment needs to be moved up and you'll be seen by the nurse practitioner. No one really explained why. Ready. Set. Go. And off to paranoia land.

Can I paint a different scenario for you?

Doc sees something out of whack. Not sure why and wants the test re-done to rule out lab error or other typical anonomalies that can effect results. The doctor is a conscientious doctor and wants this done as soon as possible and therefore tells his admin staff to call you and book you with the NP because she is available sooner.

No one. I repeat. No one at the doctor's office is thinking about emotions at this point. They are looking at numbers and schedules. In their mind, they are getting you the best care as efficiently as possible. It likely didn't even occur to anyone that this "simple" administrative communication could unleash a dominoe effect of emotions and you a puddle of worry.

What do you think? Might my tale be more plausible than a tall tale?