Inflammation of the nose (rhinitis) is a common cause of runny nose. Other common causes include the common cold (viral respiratory infection), influenza (flu), and sinusitis (inflammation or infection of the sinuses). Inserting objects into your nose can also produce a runny nose.
A: Under the FMLA rule, an employer must provide leave under whichever statutory provision provides the greater rights to employees.34 For examples of how this principle is applied, see the FMLA rule at  825.702(b)-(e).
What benefits is an employee entitled to while on concurrent workersâ compensation and FMLA leave? If an employee receiving workersâ compensation benefits is also on FMLA leave, his or her employer must maintain the employeeâs group health plan coverage as if the employee had not taken the leave.