"Investigation for Conn's syndrome"

At one level the investigation is simple and straightforward. Lie there for a few hours on a saline drip and have some blood tests. There is nothing to worry about about from looking a little undignified and waiting until the fluids that are going in inevitably try to make their way out! That said, the whole thing is made so much more pleasant when treated with kindness, courtesy and discretion by the staff. Both doctor and nurse who attended were up-beat, cheerful, knowledgeable and reassuring. This plus some discussion of theatre made the time seem shorter and the indignity minimal.