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Is returning to work after 5 days reasonable?

ld33

By ld33, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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drmeow    323

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I had surgery on Wed, home on Thurs and went back the following Monday for a half day, then regular from Tues on. I'm on my feet a lot in my job but can sit down in between patients.

I never had any complications from surgery and didn't need pain meds after I left the hospital, have never vomited on any foods and only had foamies once in 6 months now. So I had an easy time of it overall.

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docpaddle    20

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I had surgery on 4/13, and was home the next day. The first two days I was uncomfortable , but only needed Tylenol. I feel pretty good today and plan on going back to work tomorrow. I plan on taking it easy, and my two assistants are on board to baby me. I am a very high energy and was having a hard time just laying around, and getting back to work will help take my mind off the situation. Fortunately, If it gets hard, I can always pull the plug as I work for my self. My biggest fear is not working, but not eating! I really loved food, and frankly can't stop thinking about eating real food! Had a soft boiled egg this morning, and although I was ok, I should have waited, as it was a bit uncomfortable. It will be liquids for a few more days, and hopefully, work will be fine...

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LadyK44    263

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Like many said before everyone is different. I went back to work after 11 days. I was miserable but I made it. It was not pretty. Be careful listen to your doctor and body.

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Wendyfm    494

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I was lucky I work in a public school and have Summers off. I had surgery in July and went back to work August 26. I think I would have needed at least two weeks off anyway.

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Marie2016    87

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I would not have been able to return to work after 5 days- I had no energy. I took off 2 weeks, that was hard but I managed

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daniellepb    58

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I was back at work, representing my client in court 6 days post op. I had a plan for my associate to take the hearing if needed, but I was fine.

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akreese02    174

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I returned to teaching 5 days after surgery. Was exhausted at the end of each day until summer break (surgery was over spring break in March) but made it!

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M!@    320

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Everyone has a different experience. I was in surgery on Friday and was back at work on the Tuesday following. I did great and my job involved a lot of walking.

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myrizzy    41

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I went back the following week and glad I did. Got tired at times but pressed through. Worked out great for me. Just take it easy

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SCF2361    4

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I took 4 weeks, but I struggled with dehydration so I came back to work this week and I've felt fantastic! I'm lucky my surgeon and my employer allowed me the time off.

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