Sick Note running out

[Pink_and_Sparkly]

Ive never been signed off work before and have no idea what really happens in this situation, so advice would be much appreciated...
Ive been off for nearly 2 weeks, but the sick note runs out the day before my next Drs appointment. I dont feel there is any way I can possibly go back to work at the moment. I dont know, obviously, but am hoping the doctor will support me in that, as they suggested time off work last time.
But what do I do about the sick note? Do I have to go into work for the 1 day and then get signed off again?
My work have not been supportive at all, and I am really anxious about contacting them to explain as Im sure they wont be supportive or understanding.
What happens in this situation?
Any advice would be great, thank you.xx

[88shelz]

can you ring your doc and ask for a sick note to be left out or to hae your appointment a bit earlier. i always did one of the two without a problem

[tifflehan]

Can you still do the self certify sick note thing? It used to cover you for 5 days I think. Not sure if it's still around tho. Know what you mean about work being unsupportive.

[startingagain]

Ring and let the receptionist know the situation and see if you can either get a new one written to pick up or say that you will need an earlier appointment if that is not possible. Don't go back for a day and then get signed off as that can cause problems for absence targets. Are you in a union?