I think that if your doctor recommends you stay off work, it is wise to do so and a poor reflection on your employer if they resent your absence. It is employers like him/her who will be partly responsible for the spread of swine flu.
I have a terrible cold right now, went to work yesterday and isolated in my office so not to spread it around but today I am worse and going to take a sick day. My company gives me sick days and my boss is supportive and helpful if I have to miss time. I am almost never sick, but this year since January has been a dandy for illness.
Healing hugs to you.
