'Head Pain' 45+ years 24/7...I utilized FMLA updated monthly as per employment rules by my neurosurgeon at the time until finally applying for permanent disability approved immediately...Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Migraine Mania!...My first employer employed me for 14 years and I had to obtain an FMLA and was basically protected from being fired; my manager thought I was lazy and...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Relief Through Occipital Nerve Stimulation...I decided to take my legally afforded 12 weeks off work through the FMLA, put my life on hold, and travel to Chicago where my family was, hoping I...Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Finding Wonderful Relief!...I missed countless days of work and was only able to keep my job because of FMLA....Reactions0reactionsComments1 comments
Does migraine impact your ability to work?...Have you had to use FMLA? Are you on disability due to migraine?...Reactions0reactionsComments14 replies
Tip of the iceberg...I have read the posts about this place and their reluctance (refusal) to get involved (even write a letter) with FMLA or (heaven forbid SSI) even short...Reactions0reactionsComments0 comments
FeaturedDo you work with migraines? Share your experience here!...* Experiences with Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA) or taking sick time....Reactions0reactionsComments52 replies
Meno(non)pause Migraine Melo(NOT)drama!...I do have FMLA for work/migraine only. Okay - that is enough for now. And if you read this bless you with no headaches!...Reactions0reactionsComments24 comments
Failing Fast... Breaking Up is Hard to Do...When I dropped off FMLA paperwork, she didn’t have the courtesy to respond yes or no for a month....Reactions0reactionsComments2 replies
Hormonal Migraine and My Hysterectomy...That's what I told my colleagues at work when I took a couple of weeks of FMLA....Reactions0reactionsComments12 comments
Running out of time...I am in the last few days of my FMLA (about 14 days) and I would like advice or suggestions....Reactions0reactionsComments5 repliesChronic
How do you keep a job with having frequent migraines...I know some companies offer FMLA but that is usually only after a year of service....Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Boss Discusses My Migraines w/ Co-wowrkers...I had to discuss my migraines with my supervisor to get her to sign my FMLA paperwork....Reactions0reactionsComments4 replies
Migraine everyday...I went back to work in December but I now had FMLA for migraines, depression, and anxiety....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Chronic Migraine and Work...My FMLA is out, my short term will end soon too and then I think if I don't go back to work I will lose my job and my...Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Migraines and Short Term Disability...I have intermittent FMLA and I also got a short-term disability insurance policy through work in May 2013, just in case I ever needed it....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
Please Talk me off the ledge...am always in pain, I have expectations at my job (and will more than likely be fired since I have only been here a few months and am not covered...Reactions0reactionsComments17 replies
Pain Is Real, but Life Is Good....I know that they can't fire you for migraines, and I was covered by the FMLA, but being realistic, when a company wants to get rid of you, they...Reactions0reactionsComments8 comments
Do I have kidney problems?...stories of doctors not caring about my health as much as I do or making mistakes with diagnoses and meds, resulting in being hospitalized and going on FMLA...Reactions0reactionsComments6 replies
Having a Really Tough Day...I have FMLA and because of the work that I do there aren't many accommodations that can be made for me. I am so frustrated and angry....Reactions0reactionsComments1 replies
