Going back to work

Had to call in to work sick early this week, as I had developed slurred speech without symptoms or any warning signs.

I went to A&E to and bloods done and CT scan. I was allowed home same day to come back as an outpatient if MRI was needed. There was no real explanations given as to my condition

The agency I work for wanted a sick note from GP, who advised they were aware of my A&E visit and I could self certify till Sunday, then I would need sick note. The agency generously said I would be paid full wages for the week and to rest up and take time off from work. I've since been advised, because I'm on full pay (like a leave of absence), I'm not currently self certifying.

I now have an MRI booked for Saturday, but because I've indicted to the agency I want to go back to work from Monday (my speech is now much improved, albeit the condition is still undiagnosed) the agency now want a fit note so I can work again.

I'm not physically or mentally impaired by this situation, it's just my speech and feel working will be beneficial for me, not least so that I don't lose out financially and I understand my health and well-being comes first before work or money.

If I'm not currently self certifying, so how does this work? My feeling is I won't get the fit note as I'm currently not technically off sick, meaning I will have to self certify from next Monday and/or be signed off sick pending outcome of MRI and if any treatments are required.

Any advice on this would be gratefully received

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