Anxiety about returning to work~Looking for support

[jkv44]

Morning all~

I'm about to return to work next Monday after being off for the summer from the lyme.

My short term got denied. I'm looking forward to going back to work but a bit scared about my health as I'm about six weeks into treatment.

HELP!!!!

[Chatterbox58]

I never missed any work at the time of my diagnosis, however I went to work just about every day sick....takes a toll on you that's for sure.  Now I am dealing with this insomnia stuff, stiffness, tingling....just doesn't ever seem to go away.

[skarey]

I had to quit working back in May because I was so sick.  I'm about six weeks into treatment as well.  Although I don't work outside the home I'm still super busy in home as I have two small children and I never get rest.  It's so hard.  My oldest (5) starts school in a week so that will be helpful.  I'm also looking into putting my youngest into part time nursery so I can get a chance to recooperate and rest.  I'm always SO tired and with two kids I'm constantly on the go even when all I want to do is sleep.

Good luck with whatever you decide to do.  

[jkv44]

Thanks for your support and insight.

Janice

[wonko]

I've worked throughout my treatment--sorta.  I've been part time for all of 2009.  

Work both anchors me to something other than this illness, and also causes a lot of stress and impedance to healing, as patsy10 notes.

Hopefully, you'll be able to handle your work.  People here understand why this is a major source of anxiety.  Good luck & keep us posted.

[patsy10]

Being sick and working is very hard.  I have worked the entire time of this illness.  I believe the stress of working is what has kept me from recovering more.