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Average down time after surgery?

I am in the process of getting a conversion to sleeve from the Lapband and I'm just curious as to how long should I expect to be off work? I work 2 jobs.... so when I got the band I was out for a few days and back at it and I know this is more of an intense surgery. So any and all responses welcome.

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    • Iweeny
      Iweeny

      I needed two entire weeks. Didn't feel 100percent until 1 month

    • Luvlvnlyfe5
      Luvlvnlyfe5

      I'm planning to take 5-6 weeks off work. I have a stressful mentally challenging job that requires me to be on my feet. I know there is no way I can keep up with the pace of my job after surgery. Good

    • DeeJack08
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      I took off 6 weeks. Works at a job that requires lifting and pulling

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    I have lots of lifting and pushing/pulling too... I just hope I can get accommodations for a few weeks

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    I have lots of lifting and pushing/pulling too... I just hope I can get accommodations for a few weeks

    Just don't over do it! Make sure you listen to your body.... sounds like you do quite a bit of physical activity. Good luck to you

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    Thanks! Yeah I work in a "man's world" hahaha good thing about that is I've got quite a few of those boys wrapped and they are usually pretty good about handling the tough stuff when I can't or just don't want to so I'm sure they will help me out if I tell them to

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    Good luck DeeJack08 I hope all goes well for you and that your recovery is smooth and quick!

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    I'm only going to be off a week. I am a teacher ands one have a choice I have to go back to work on Monday. We have those lovely state mandated tests in two weeks and I have to be there. So spring break was my only time unless I wanted to wait until summer and I want to be skinny by then!

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    Good luck DeeJack08 I hope all goes well for you and that your recovery is smooth and quick!

    Thx. Same to you

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    I'm only going to be off a week. I am a teacher ands one have a choice I have to go back to work on Monday. We have those lovely state mandated tests in two weeks and I have to be there. So spring break was my only time unless I wanted to wait until summer and I want to be skinny by then!

    I understand that. Plus by the summer I want to be slim as well

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