How are you feeling today?

[Zaf]

Some of the symptoms of depression resemble other ailments such as thyroid deficiency or anaemia, and some illnesses can make you depressed so its very usual to have blood tests done when you go suffering from depression so the doctor knows how to treat it properly,  I've had blood tests every time I've gone to the doc with symptoms of depression so its really nothing to worry about xx

[Glen53]

As Zaf said.

If the blood tests are worrying you though, take the doctors number with you tomorrow and ring them to ask some questions before your mocks. Im sure they will be happy to tell you what they are for and it may give you peice of mind to cope better with your exams.

[Ezel]

I have blood tests done every few months now.  I take meds for high blood pressure anyway but because of the combination of all my meds including citalipram my doctor likes to make sure they're not affecting my heart, liver and kidneys. It's nothing to worry about plus if you do have any underlying health problems it's better to get them sooner rather than later.

[CharleysAngel']

Thanks for your support everyone x

I tend to get really worried about things like that. I should have asked my GP before I left as I know she would have been totally honest with me but I was home before I read the sheet. I still kind of annoyed that I have to put up with the sleepless nights though

[Holykimura]

If the doctor has given you a sick note you need to take that time off as he thinks you need to do so, in fact I think once you've been signed off you arent allowed back to work for H&S reasons.

Try to accept you need to rest and take time off to start to feel better and if you possibly can to stop worrying xx

Thanks Zaf I know the doctor has signed me off for a reason and I'm toying with the idea of not going in, problem is though I have applied for three different jobs who should hopefully offer me an interview, if I'm off sick then I'm not able to be fit to work. Let's say I get one of the jobs, it would leave me in a bit of a predicament when it comes to references  what do you think? I'm feeling better btw and hope you are too

[Holykimura]

I wish my doctor would sign me off school. FOREVER. I don't think they can even sign you off school can they?

I have tow coursework deadlines and two mocks tomorrow, I'm nowhere near done on the coursework and I haven't revised. I'm going to be in so much trouble and I am really worried about why they are doing all these blood tests.

Hi icelolly, I should think that you should have case for mitigating circumstances? Ask you head of year or some other member off staff that you trust good luck x

[Zaf]

I can understand your concern Holykimura but what if you were off sick because you had a broken leg or a chest infection etc?  An employer shouldnt be able to withold references because you are ill and depression is an illness, I'd be very surprised if they would be allowed to say why you were off sick either.

It might be worth getting in contact with the CAB if you are worried about that aspect of things or perhaps a union associated with your profession.

Good to hear you are feeling better :) and I'm pleased to say I ave been too the last couple of days xx

[CharleysAngel']

Thanks Holykimur, and don't feel bad or anything about having time off work. Your doctor thinks you need it, you don't need to prove yourself. Your are strong and you can get through this xx

[Holykimura]

I can understand your concern Holykimura but what if you were off sick because you had a broken leg or a chest infection etc?  An employer shouldnt be able to withold references because you are ill and depression is an illness, I'd be very surprised if they would be allowed to say why you were off sick either.

It might be worth getting in contact with the CAB if you are worried about that aspect of things or perhaps a union associated with your profession.

Good to hear you are feeling better :) and I'm pleased to say I ave been too the last couple of days xx

Thanks zaf I have emailed my union and will ask, also will call CAB

Thanks Holykimur, and don't feel bad or anything about having time off work. Your doctor thinks you need it, you don't need to prove yourself. Your are strong and you can get through this xx

Thanks icelolly x

[doublep]

I feel pissed off with myself.
late for work again. My supervisor didn't tell me off as such, but he did... but he does understand what's going on.

Its more annoying because I want to be on time, which is 6am.

My sleep is so stuffed to bits right now I don't know what to do.  Even if the gp gave me something for it, I still need to get up at 5am!

[Zaf]

I can understand your concern Holykimura but what if you were off sick because you had a broken leg or a chest infection etc?  An employer shouldnt be able to withold references because you are ill and depression is an illness, I'd be very surprised if they would be allowed to say why you were off sick either.

It might be worth getting in contact with the CAB if you are worried about that aspect of things or perhaps a union associated with your profession.

Good to hear you are feeling better :) and I'm pleased to say I ave been too the last couple of days xx

Knowing what the rules are etc ought to help a lot Holykimura, it will be easier to make decisions if nothing else xx

Thanks zaf I have emailed my union and will ask, also will call CAB

Thanks Holykimur, and don't feel bad or anything about having time off work. Your doctor thinks you need it, you don't need to prove yourself. Your are strong and you can get through this xx

Thanks icelolly x

[doublep]

Just booked an appointment to see the doctors tonight at 7pm afterwork (joy)

Need something to help me sleep properly    if they give me something, I have my doubts.

[Glen53]

Today? Pain. Ranging from 6/10 at best and reaching a solid 8/10 in some cases during the day. Methinks Im in need of painkillers that work. I have a doc apt at 11.30 which will likely run late and leave me sitting in a busy waiting room and aggravate my anxiety.

I hate my life right now. Still fighting though...

[Ezel]

How did your drs appointment go?

[Zaf]

you'll be there by now Glen and I hope you didnt have to wait too long, I hate sitting in the waiting room

Hope you get on OK there and they can sort out some better pain relief for you xx