TIFU by asking for medical leave before joining my first full-time job

So this actually happened recently. I was in my final year, doing a remote internship, and things were going well. My work performance was solid, and I was offered a full-time position at the company I was interning with. It felt like all the hard work had finally paid off.

But then life threw a curveball. I had to undergo surgery just before my joining date. My doctor advised against relocating immediately, and my parents weren’t comfortable with me moving either. I didn’t want to lose the opportunity, so I asked my boss if I could start remotely until I fully recovered.

Her reaction was cold. She said she was disappointed, removed me from all ongoing projects, and the offer never moved forward. Just like that, what I thought was a secure first job vanished.

I’m left wondering if this is normal. Should employees expect companies to show some flexibility in genuine situations like health issues, or is this just how the corporate world works? It’s a harsh introduction to adulthood, and I can’t help feeling bitter and confused.

TL;DR: I had a full-time job offer after my internship but had to ask for remote work due to surgery. The company pulled my projects, and the offer vanished. Now I am left jobless and questioning workplace flexibility.