Taking time off work

[sshield8 2]

My Dr told me average is 2-3 weeks. Time depends on how you feel and how active your job is. I ended up taking 3 weeks off due to the fact that I am on Protein and Clear liquids only for 17 days. I have just finished my 2nd week and am beyond ready to go back to work atleast part time.

what I did was askeasked for enough time off to cover me if I needed it and will go back sooner if I get released from my surgeon . Easier to go back early than ask for more time off at the last min if u need more time.

[Ashlegal 525]

I scheduled two weeks off from work and ended up going back ten days after surgery. I could have gone back after a week but I wanted to make completely sure I was ready.

Everyone is different. After 4 days post-op, I wasn't in a ton of pain, I was getting in my fluids, my Proteins and didn't have any gas, stomach issues or Constipation. In fact I never really felt nauseous or too uncomfortable from gas. By day five I was able to get through an entire day without needing a nap.

While I will admit my first week back after surgery was a little rough due to Vitamin schedules, Fluid intake, head hunger and yucky Protein shakes; I don't regret going back less than two weeks post-op.

[carmar23 10]

I'm only taking 1.5wks off, going back Monday. I didn't have any nausea or incisional pain. I'm sure I'll be tired but I'll deal with it.