My wife and I recently went back to the UCLA Medical Center for some additional tests that were recommended by my wife’s rheumatologist and a pulmonary specialist. It was another day of work missed for me, and another day that my wife had to travel.

We got very little feedback about the tests. I understand that it takes some time to evaluate the tests and scans, but even while the tests were being done, we were given the impression from the technicians that there was nothing of interest.

I think both my wife and I had a feeling of disappointment. I realize that no news is usually good news, but it’s such an ordeal to find a babysitter, make the four hour drive down there, and then take another four hour drive back. It just seemed like such a waste of time.

We know that it could be a lot worse, and we are thankful to not have bad news, but sometimes we would just like to KNOW SOMETHING.