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Returning to work and still having symptoms of Mono

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Leslie2019
Leslie2019

Hi Everyone,

I was diagnosed August 6th with Mono and I'm still not feeling well enough to go back to work. I'm wondering at what point most of you here were able to go back to work???

I do very little activity and I have to lay down.  I sweat with minimal activity.  Still have night sweats and tingling in my hands and feet.  Also, exhaustion.

I'm supposed to return to work this week, but I'm not sure if I am physically ready.  My job is not strenuous, but does require a lot of focus and concentration and with my brain being still foggy I don't know if I should go back yet.

Thank You,

Leslie

 

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  • KS2017
    KS2017 Leslie2019

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    Hi Leslie

    Sorry to hear that you have this awful virus, it's such a horrible illness that just floors you in every way.

    I was hit pretty hard with it late last year and as a result I took a full ten months off work. I have been back for three months now working three half days a week and seem to be managing it well.

    I think this virus is not to be underestimated and if you can, take as much time off to recover. Everyone is different of course but I am really thankful that I listened to my body when it needed rest.

    Wishing you a speedy recovery 

    • Leslie2019
      Leslie2019 KS2017

      Posted

      Yes, it is absolutely awful!  Glad to hear that you are strong enough to get back to work!

       

  • lori93950
    lori93950 Leslie2019

    Posted

    I would say give yourself a FULL month of feeling well before doing anything . From my last 6 months journey I’ve had a few good days and an ok week but then I crashed again so you really need to heal properly . You don’t want to go back have to go on leave again . 

    I know personally just doing a few errands is taxing .

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