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).
The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) provides eligible employees with up to 12 weeks of job protection in the event of their own serious health condition or the serious health condition of a qualifying family member (as defined below) and, in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), up to either 12 or 26 weeks of ...