Hey,
so I’m due to have surgery on the 21st but the area itself has been getting more sore and I just checked and it’s now started bleeding from a little split and is really sore.
Im now just on the sofa resting it but wondered is this normal? Also I’m meant to be in work tomorrow and it’s a very physically active job but now thinking I should give it a time to rest?
any advice welcome thank you xx
I think you need to rest. I know we always put work first, but if it’s now affecting you then it’s time to listen to your body.
I would call in sick, speak to your team, do you have MacMillan nurses you can contact? And ask their advice. It’s pointless making yourself more poorly, as it could cause a delay in the operation x
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