Off work - doctor's orders

[slycat]

So, I went to the doctors yesterday about my persistant fever and everything and the doc thought it's most likely to be sinusitus.  I got perscribed some relatively strong general anti-biotics and got told not to go back to work until at least Thursday.  As it's only 3 days, I don't need a doctor's note but if I'm still not seeing any improvement come Thursday, I have to go in for blood and urine tests.

Why is it that even when your doctor has told you to, you feel guilty for sitting at home trying to find ways to waste time rather than going to work?  I know I hate my job, when I have my debts paid off, I will feel more comfortable with maybe quitting and getting another job which I actually enjoy.  Tech support is too stressful... dunno what else I could do.  Maybe some junior level web developer type thing considering I have bits and pieces of knowledge in that department.  Maybe even try starting up my own service and work from home :)

Anyway, the anti-biotics seem to be having an effect as I'm feeling less feverish, however I am still having problems overnight with my breathing due to the sinuses.  Hopefully that'll clear up in due course.

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[trukkle.livejournal.com]

"Why is it that even when your doctor has told you to, you feel guilty for sitting at home trying to find ways to waste time rather than going to work?"

Never happens to me, though I can get bored I never feel guilty that I'm not at work. I guess I get less attached to it than most.

The sudafed and mentholating yourself to death is great advice, Olbas oil dripped on a tissue and tucked inside your pillow is great too, though if it comes out and sticks to your face in the night your face will go numb for ages :D