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I was going to take 5 days everyone is telling me I should take more. Waiting for the doctor to let me know! What do you think?

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I'm taking 4 weeks, my procedure was sept 26th. My follow up isn't until Tuesday. I couldn't imagine only 5 days. I would think at least 2-3 weeks. The pain isn't horrible but getting a grip on everything takes time. At least I think.

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I just noticed we are about the same height/weight combo. I'd love to follow your progress! Lots of luck and well wishes on the journey ahead!

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My doctor recommended two weeks. My surgery is on the 10th. I'm only taking off two weeks so I guess we will see. I hope it's long enough :-)

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i took 3 weeks as my doctor ordered could have gone back sooner if i had a desk job but i drive a truck and there is physical work involved

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2wk minimum. sometimes the anethesia is still in your system for a few days. I would request enought time to be prepared for complications, even though we pray you don't have any. I went in hoping for the best, but I was prepared for the worst.

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I took 2 1/2 weeks. My doctor wanted me to take 2 more, but I had to promise him that I would only sit and not do anything else!

my superpower is......

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My doctor folder me I would be off for 6 Weeks. I wonder why so long.

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Mine is on the 15th amd I took off 3 weeks. If i feel better sooner I can go back.

Minne is the 15th too. Good luck.

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I'm so nervous it isn't funny. Can't wait till this anticipation is over.

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Lol, I feel you. I just know i'm not backing out. I hope they have something to relax me on Monday before the surgery.

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I was going to take 5 days everyone is telling me I should take more. Waiting for the doctor to let me know! What do you think?

Depends what kind of job u have. I am a stay at home mom and didnt have to go back. But i didnt feel 100% myself until 30 days post op. If u have a desk job and no complications I think u could swing it at 2 weeks post op. Good luck!

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