Allergic Asthma and ABPA.

[Booklover59]

Hi I joined the forum a while ago and have been reading posts but not written one before. I have severe Allergic Asthma, allergic Rhynitis and ABPA and have recently had an attack. I was in Hospital for 3 days. That was 3 weeks ago and I am still having shortness of breath and wheezing. I am on a reducing course of steroids and have been to see my Chest Consultant.

I have been signed off work for the last 3 weeks and would like to go back - just not sure how to go about it. I work in the office. I don't think I will be able to manage full time work yet and hope perhaps to start back part time!!!

Any replies welcome.

With Thanks

[JacquiThomas999]

If your firm have occupational health, speak to them and your union rep. Both should be able to help you negotiate a phased return.

[Pooka]

Your GP can say on your fit note that you're fit only for a ohased return. If your company has a policy that includes phased return anyway you may find its very straightforward to arrange

[Booklover59 in reply to Pooka]

Thanks to you both for your replies. The company I work for is only small and I think I will need to discuss my hours with my Manager. they are usually well accommodating. I have not been off ill this long before and do not want to risk going back too soon. It's just so hard to tell how I am going to feel and be.

I am still getting short of breath doing the simplist tasks but also trying to get out a bit more.