1 month off of the excercises that strain will not kill ya buddy. Reality is that after time you will most likely be better off fo having taken the time to rest. Stick to the cardio, legs, and press type excercises.
Whats worse? A month off to heal from injury or MONTHS off to heal from surgery???
I can't tell you for sure because I can't feel what you feel but it sure sounds just like mine. I am back heavy again and there is little to no irratation!