by Jojo1 » 07 Nov 2011, 00:28
No, it's not small stuff. Just take it a day at a time. Don't anticipate more problems. Go in, see what the doctor says. If he recommends surgery, okay.
Then go to your job and request the FMLA. They can't really deny tge request. Problem is, it will be unpaid leave. You'll have to weigh that against waiting and determine what you can handle.
If you can handle waiting until the time would be paid, then do that and go ahead and schedule. Setting a date ifficially will relieve some stress.
If you can handle taking tge unpaid leave, do it now and get it over with. You'll be an even greater asset to your job healed.
Best to you.