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How long in hospital and off work?

I'm now planning on having the RNY. How long are you usually in the hospital and then home and off work? I was told that some people can go back to work within 2 weeks. I need to plan my vacation/sick leave. I'm just starting the process and haven't a doctor yet. Also I've had a C section and open hysterectomy so I'm used to pain. My sister in law wants to come and stay with me a few days to help out. Would that be necessary?

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      I've had three C-sections, tubal, hernia, open hysterectomy, and then just had bypass three days ago. I do have to tell you, those are a good training ground. In my opionion, this pain is nothing!

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      I had a one night hospital stay. Things went very well. Within a week I resumed all of my normal activities. Lots of Protein, Vitamins, and exercise. On my surgery date I was fat yet fit. No p

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      I was in the hospital and released within 2 days no complications and back at work within 2 weeks . Congrats on your choice on being healthy ,

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    Well I can't take time off, no FMLA, vacation time or anything. So my doc said one night in the hospital supposed to be. My surgery is scheduled for 8/15 and supposed to be back at work 8/17. I don't know what to do.

    There's no way it would be safe for you to return to work 48 hours after this surgery. You'll still have anesthesia in your system! You can't drive.

    Does your doctor agree with you going back to work this fast?

    I fear you are going to seriously complicate your recovery, you are giving yourself zero chance to heal from major surgery.

    Please reconsider. Call in sick and take unpaid sick leave if you have to.

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    Well I can't take time off, no FMLA, vacation time or anything. So my doc said one night in the hospital supposed to be. My surgery is scheduled for 8/15 and supposed to be back at work 8/17. I don't know what to do.

    This is dangerous. You will end up readmitted and out for a lot longer than if you took the initial time to heal. You can't possibly work 48 hours or less after major surgery.
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