Just because someone has an illness does not make them an addict and addicted to pain meds, nor does it when you are in an acute phase of a condition as you are now. You have a very good prognosis for a recovery at this stage of the game.

I hear what some are saying about their concerns when you return to work, but it is far too early to make those types of judgements.

Personally I think some professional discretion and courtesy should be applied in this situation. I would be just as alarmed and concerned as you are under these circumstances about your right to privacy. Stick to your guns.

MsL