Thanks guys. I work from home, so the contagious thing won't work. I don't know why I am so nervous about telling her I cannot work. I am such a good employee and have not had a sick day in 3 years. My boss is a real b&*&*& and I think I am actually fearful my voice will quiver on the phone and she can tell I will be lying. WHy am I so afraid of this. I am never going to get well if I can't take a day off to take care of my health.