Struggling for Work: Hi ladies, This is my... - Endometriosis UK

Endometriosis UK

72,733 members53,170 posts

Struggling for Work

Emiilykatex profile image
1 Reply

Hi ladies,

This is my first post on here, just looking for some advice regarding working!

I was working at a residential childrens home for kids with severe challenging behaviour, however in July my intermittent abdominal pain got to the point it would stop me in my tracks and it became unsafe for me to work there. I was off sick for 2.5 months until I started my masters a few weeks ago and I resigned from my job. All the while my symptoms have been progressing, now I have abdominal pain ALL THE TIME, back pain, leg pain, fatigue, bum and vagina pain (fun right?), sinus problems (is this part of it or just random I really don't know?), low sex drive, a weird fluttery feeling in my womb? and a very wobbly mood. The pain is in varying degrees throughout the day, from a slight ache to full blown implosion inside me. It is quite frustrating and I am struggling with attending lectures.

So here's the problem. How on earth can I morally get a job when I know that some days I won't be able to function? I need money, I just don't know what to do. At the moment I'm trying to start selling homemade doggy bandanas and bunting, but it's not a good wage (as much as I find the creative side of it therapeutic!)

What do you other ladies do? I used to work 50/60 hours a week and love the feeling of accomplishment and working hard. Now I struggle with sitting in a two hour lecture :(

I would really really appreciate any advice from you lovelies xxxx

Written by
Emiilykatex profile image
Emiilykatex
To view profiles and participate in discussions please or .
1 Reply
Sootycs profile image
Sootycs

Hi I've been on sick leave 3 months up to now, I normally work as a HCA with children with complex medical needs. Because I have bad days I can't physically work at the moment as I'm having severe side affects to prostap injections x

Not what you're looking for?

You may also like...

Endometriosis, adhesions and struggling to work.

Hi everyone, I’ve been off work sick for the last week with constant abdominal and lower back pain...
Las20 profile image

Work-related problems...

I started my job in March 2010, and have always had an above average amount of time off sick (I...
84Rach profile image

Endo and work

Hello once again I apologise in advance as I am on this a lot and always looking for advice. I'm...
Kmlittle profile image

Been of work since September Due to this disease what next-head office appointment

I’ve had a letter this morning explaining my absences from work is concerning since my misscarrige...
Afrohair profile image

Endo and Work stress!!

Hello All, Ive just joined this so I am a tad nervous (silly I know), my mum encouraged me to...
Penguin84 profile image

Moderation team

See all

Top community tags

Content on HealthUnlocked does not replace the relationship between you and doctors or other healthcare professionals nor the advice you receive from them.

Never delay seeking advice or dialling emergency services because of something that you have read on HealthUnlocked.