sneezing at work

[flopsyandjim]

NC for this

I got told off for sneezing too much at work. Apparently, it is unhygienic (although I cover my mouth), I need to 'bag it, bin it' etc, it's too loud and disruptive, I do it too often.

it's a small office but open plan. I'm the youngest.

I get v bad hayfever, and I had a chest infection last year.

I feel very upset and embarrassed now.

AIBU?

[Mosaic123]

That's upsetting.

Would or have others beeen told off for coughing? It's the same thing, although as yours is hayfever it's not infectious so much better really.

I guess you are taking some kind of antihistamine to help you? If not why not book a Dr's appointment at an inconvenient time (for the office) and see if they have any advice.

You now have a retort if they criticise you.

Don't be embarassed, it's totally natural.

[mummastripes]

Fuck working for a company like that, get writing your CV that's atrocious.

[ElderflowerWaterIsDelish]

Are you sneezing into the air or hands? Because if so I can see why they would get fed up of it...they are being unreasonable if you are sending into a tissue

Have you tried taking something to reduce the sneezing?..no offence but if I had to listen to someone sneeze all day and the sound of blowing nose and snot, my stomach would eventually start to turn...

[ElderflowerWaterIsDelish]

*sneezing...not sending

[Haberpop]

Madness! So long as your hygiene is good when you do sneeze I am not sure what else you can do.

[flopsyandjim]

I do take antihistamines. I have hand sanitizer on my desk and I use paper hankies (or get some toilet paper if I run out)