How long does it take before I can return to work

I had surgery Tuesday early. Out of Hospital Thursday, back to work Monday.

I think that question, along with many others, depends on your procedure, your tolerance from surgery/pain, and most importantly...how you feel. I took two weeks off from work after having RnY. In retrospect, I think if I took it easy, I could have returned earlier, but my health and healing was most important to me. Even after two weeks off, it was still an additional several weeks before I could get through the day without feeling wiped out by midafternoon.

I think that question, along with many others, depends on your procedure, your tolerance from surgery/pain, and most importantly...how you feel. I took two weeks off from work after having RnY. In retrospect, I think if I took it easy, I could have returned earlier, but my health and healing was most important to me. Even after two weeks off, it was still an additional several weeks before I could get through the day without feeling wiped out by midafternoon.

I agree! I had RNY and took two weeks off, but I came home from work pretty wiped out for about another. You will also want to think ahead about planning your meals and water.

What kind of job you have, your commute distance and time in the car, and how many hours a week you work also factor into the equation. If you have the time available, take it. If you don't, you will find lots of people do go back in a week-10 days for desk jobs.

My Dr. Wanted me off 4 weeks, I had the R n y.

I took 7wks because i wotk in fast paced ,bending squatting stretching and constant walking environment (factory) also i used FMLA TIME FROM WORK its worth looking into my employer gave 12 weeks for short term &12 weeks long term disability if needed it covers if you have no vacation time...most companys cover that type of surgery under insurance policy

I am taking three weeks off. My doctor said to take at least two weeks off, but that if I could take an extra week to focus on getting in my fluids and getting energy back, then I should take it.

I am taking three weeks off. My doctor said to take at least two weeks off, but that if I could take an extra week to focus on getting in my fluids and getting energy back, then I should take it.

great advice from your doc! Take the time! Figuring out when to drink, what to eat all takes time.

I manage a grocery store and commute an hour or more each day . Work about 50 to 60 hours a week

My doctor said I should be off one week, the nurse practitioner said at least three weeks, and four would be better. I went back after two weeks, and while I made it through the day, I was really wiped at the end. (I'm a high school teacher).