Today I went to work after one week of being banded. I really thought I would be able to handle my job. I could not do anything. I felt like my staples and stitches were ripping from my skin. I couldn't bend or lift anything more than 5lbs without feeling bad back pains. so I told my boss I was not feeling well and she was upset but told me to take another week off. I was really upset because I let my team down and I let myself down. Financially, this will hurt me but I had to chose my health over my job. I am going to the er tomorrow because I really think I am dehydrated and sorry to say but constipated as well. I took some medicine ten minutes ago so I am hoping for the best. I really could use a desk job, even though that can be stressful too. Well I thought I would just update everyone on my condition and maybe someone who has experienced this could give me some tips on what I could do differently.

I don't have any advice for you, but wanted to say hang in there and everything will get better soon enough

I had my sx on Thurday and went back to work 10 days later. I'm a nurse in the ER so I was really nervous. I was just extra careful, I didn't pull or push on pts for probably 2 weeks after returning. I found that wearing a tight undershirt really helped, kinda like a girtle? It tooks like a tank top but it really held me in? If I didn't wear it I felt really sore. I always always always kept a water bottle close.

Today I went to work after one week of being banded. I really thought I would be able to handle my job. I could not do anything. I felt like my staples and stitches were ripping from my skin. I couldn't bend or lift anything more than 5lbs without feeling bad back pains. so I told my boss I was not feeling well and she was upset but told me to take another week off. I was really upset because I let my team down and I let myself down. Financially, this will hurt me but I had to chose my health over my job. I am going to the er tomorrow because I really think I am dehydrated and sorry to say but constipated as well. I took some medicine ten minutes ago so I am hoping for the best. I really could use a desk job, even though that can be stressful too. Well I thought I would just update everyone on my condition and maybe someone who has experienced this could give me some tips on what I could do differently.

I wish I could give you some pointers but I experience none of that. I was not sore after surgery, no staples I didnt have to get the pain medicine filled. In fact my doctor told me I better slow down. Everyone is different and I have read many times on here and I agree that people say just listen to your body.

Hi I am going back to work today after having surgery two weeks ago, I am working 2 part time days and 2 full time days , but I definetly need two week, per doctor I go see him today at 2, I am sore but not as much if i try to life something.. I to don't get paid but my health way more important

thank you all, I do feel a little better this morning. I am still tired but my back pain is gone. I just think I over did it at work yesterday and the rain and humidity did not help it much. my job doesn't offer light duty options so I just have to try to rest and keep trying to get better.

I'm sorry you're going through all of this, but it will get better soon. Keep us posted.

I understand that being out of work can be a hardship, but I have to tell you friend take the time off! You only have one life and one body and work will still be there. Use FMLA to secure your job for you if you have to, it's a law and you are entitled to take the time you need to take care of yourself.

You just had major surgery, and you are going to hurt yourself and that can put you out of work and out of commission for a much longer time and worse if your not careful.

You cared enough about yourself to have this surgery and get healthy, so give yourself a break and start off the right way. Take that extra week off. Put your feet up, clear you mind and focus on healing and getting healthy.

Best of luck to you, I can see you’re a strong person and you will do great!