<p>I was diagnosed with mono last November and it wasn't too bad. However, I came down with vertigo at the beginning of this semester and the mono got worse. Some days I feel completely fine, but most days I have no energy, feel like I'm going to pass out, and can't concentrate or absorb any information. It's affecting my ability to concentrate in class and do my homework, and I've been doing poorly on assignments because when I'm studying I'm just so exhausted that I don't take in any information. I know I need to get more sleep, but it's impossible with my roommate situation. I've considered taking a medical withdrawal since I'm barely functioning and making it through class, but on the days where I feel fine I feel like I could stick it out this semester. But I'm starting to wonder... would a medical withdrawal be worth it?</p>
<p>You need to speak with your doctor. If he/she says that he expects you to be showing major improvement by next week, I’d stick it out—but if you ask about taking a medical withdrawal and he recommends it, I’d take his advice.</p>
<p>I say do it, the worst that happens is you graduate a little later, and you can return to the material when you’re at your best.</p>
<p>I took a medical leave and, well, it has its upsides and its downsides. The school will probably try to cushion the blow, but housing, financial aid, registration, student loans (!), and even whether you’re making “satisfactory progress toward graduation” next semester can all be impacted depending on the policies at your school. Make sure you do your research and know what you’re getting into if you decide to do it.</p>