Navigating anxiety and probation at my new job in Oregon due to health issues

I recently started a new job in Oregon, but I'm feeling anxious about my situation. I've been on probation for about two months now, and I've already missed a significant amount of time due to health issues. Initially, I missed three days for suspected Ménière’s disease, and I had a doctor's note to cover that absence. More recently, I had to take four days off because of panic attacks and the need to adjust my treatment plan for my panic disorder. I didn't disclose my condition to my employer, as I hadn't experienced panic attacks in a while, but they did witness one of my attacks. I'm worried that I might get fired either when I return or later, due to my attendance issues or simply not being a good fit. I have the doctor's notes for my absences, and I'm hoping that will help my case. If I do get fired for attendance related to my medical issues, I'm curious whether I would be eligible for unemployment benefits, especially since I'm still on probation. I understand that probation itself doesn't automatically disqualify me, but I'm unsure how my medical situation will be viewed. I plan to keep all documentation and file for unemployment right after any separation, but I want to know if my probation status will affect my eligibility.

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