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How long before you could go back to work? (desk job/non physical)

ella37

By ella37, in Gastric Sleeve Surgery Forums

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LadyDarkness415    41

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I was told I could go back after 2 weeks but I had a complication so I'm going back after 3 weeks.

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gidgetgrl    76

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I'm scheduled for surgery 9/1. I have told my employer it will be 4-6 weeks till I can return. I am a licensed massage therapist. Even though I am only working two days a week, I will turn 60 next month and it is a very physically demanding job. I suffer from sleep apnea as well, wasn't able to tolerate cpap so between lack of sleep and now food, not taking any chances.

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tiff291    45

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I am scheduled for September 22 (Thursday) and plan to return September 29 (the following Thursday). I have a desk job so I think I will be ok to push through those 2 days before I can relax at home again that following weekend.

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HiHoSleever    20

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Back after 1 week. I walk/stand a fair amount, but mostly sitting. We don't have sick leave and it comes out of our vacay. I could have gone back after 5 days, but enjoyed taking a "me" day. I also love my job and wanted to get back into the swing. Had my 2 week f/u yesterday and doc cleared me for any physical activity I want.

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unbreakableCD    5

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I am scheduled for September 22 (Thursday) and plan to return September 29 (the following Thursday). I have a desk job so I think I will be ok to push through those 2 days before I can relax at home again that following weekend.

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I have my VSG on Wed the 21st. My post-op is Wed the 28th. My plan is to return to work at least a few hours on the 29th as well. Wishing us both the best of luck!

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tiff291    45

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I am scheduled for September 22 (Thursday) and plan to return September 29 (the following Thursday). I have a desk job so I think I will be ok to push through those 2 days before I can relax at home again that following weekend.

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I have my VSG on Wed the 21st. My post-op is Wed the 28th. My plan is to return to work at least a few hours on the 29th as well. Wishing us both the best of luck!

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Best of luck to you, hopefully we can keep up with one another's journey!

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wolfylove    25

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I took a week off. My surgery was on a Thursday went home on Friday went back to work the following Thursday and Friday it was easy short days then had the weekend off. I rested then on Monday went back to work and has been okay.

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aziledk    1

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I actually just returned to work today exactly 4 weeks after surgery. I took as long as my job provided for a paid leave without having to jump thru hoops. I think it was worth it. I was able to feel a little normal again seeing that I'm

In the soft foods stage now. My advice is take as long as you need and are able to.

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fancypants67    162

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I had my surgery Turs 8/23 I'm planning on going back on Tues 8/30. I have a desk job with no lifting, but I feel great. No pain, a little gas discomfort but that's minimal now. Dr said next week should be fine. I also bought an abdominal binder just in case. But I feel really really good. Only 3 instances where I felt like I was gonna puke (never did) and that was one the day of surgeryband two the day after.

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PNWsleever    44

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My surgeon suggested 4 weeks. I'm an administrative assistant and he said I would still feel tired at the end of the day. Gotta get used to your new lifestyle.

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Candygyrl    637

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I was off a month. Physically could've gone back in a week. It is the program and adjustments that you need time to get the hang of.

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