Work

[vegas2013 12]

How long does it take before I can return to work

[CarmelKiwi 6]

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

[SuzeMuze 338]

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.

[Jolisue 112]

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.

[Amyllf2 206]

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.

[gennylynn1 4]

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

[Sherrischeffler 74]

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

[jjwhitman 19]

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.

[Jolisue 112]

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.

[vegas2013 12]

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

[wcdaniels 48]

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).