Hello from Chicago, go Cubs... I am sitting here at work and thinking of my surgery coming up on Nov. 23rd. One of my biggest worries which always drives me to eat (i call it my liquor), is finances. So not having much vacay time left. How long did some of you had to take off of work? I have a desk job, I just have to lift my arm to the mouse. So easy job, haven't told everyone about the surgery. Just was completely honest with my boss, which he is being very supportive. But i worry about how long. So if you all don't mind tell me how long you stayed home, will give me more of an idea of what to tell people. I work in an office of 8, so we all know each other business. I am not ashamed of what I am doing, but I don't want any opinions. Happy Monday All...

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@rolosmom Was the 2nd surgery due to the first VSG surgery?

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@rolosmom Was the 2nd surgery due to the first VSG surgery?

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No, unrelated - could be related to sudden hormone release, but it was for endometrial hyperplasia.

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I am taking off a total of six weeks. My surgery was September 28 and I go back to work November 14. We have a short-term disability benefit that pays at 100%. I am feeling better now, but as soon as I go back to work, everything will become about work and not about my recovery and getting my Protein and fluids in. That is the biggest reason that my doctor and I made the decision for me to take this time. Also my fatigue is so hit or miss, and that would make going back to work right now pretty difficult.

I should have taken my full 6 week short term disability. I'd still be home! I really really regret not taking it, mine was also with 100% pay. I'm in school for my MBA as well. I bit off WAYYYYY too much.

To anyone reading - I was dumb - don't try to over achieve at this stage. You'll just end up exhausted.

I am taking off a total of six weeks. My surgery was September 28 and I go back to work November 14. We have a short-term disability benefit that pays at 100%. I am feeling better now, but as soon as I go back to work, everything will become about work and not about my recovery and getting my Protein and fluids in. That is the biggest reason that my doctor and I made the decision for me to take this time. Also my fatigue is so hit or miss, and that would make going back to work right now pretty difficult.

I should have taken my full 6 week short term disability. I'd still be home! I really really regret not taking it, mine was also with 100% pay. I'm in school for my MBA as well. I bit off WAYYYYY too much.

To anyone reading - I was dumb - don't try to over achieve at this stage. You'll just end up exhausted.

Wow. That is a lot. I can't imagine having done this when I was in the middle of my PhD program. Trying to do all of the reading and also remembering to drink constantly all at the same time would have been damn near impossible!

Took two weeks off. I was weak that first week back at work, but now at 4 weeks I'm feeling great!

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I am taking off a total of six weeks. My surgery was September 28 and I go back to work November 14. We have a short-term disability benefit that pays at 100%. I am feeling better now, but as soon as I go back to work, everything will become about work and not about my recovery and getting my Protein and fluids in. That is the biggest reason that my doctor and I made the decision for me to take this time. Also my fatigue is so hit or miss, and that would make going back to work right now pretty difficult.

I should have taken my full 6 week short term disability. I'd still be home! I really really regret not taking it, mine was also with 100% pay. I'm in school for my MBA as well. I bit off WAYYYYY too much.

To anyone reading - I was dumb - don't try to over achieve at this stage. You'll just end up exhausted.

Wow. That is a lot. I can't imagine having done this when I was in the middle of my PhD program. Trying to do all of the reading and also remembering to drink constantly all at the same time would have been damn near impossible!

LOL. it's so true. There are random Vitamin Water bottles everywhere! I'm a buyer for my day job too, so - I'm just chilling. Haha. Better than being bored!

I took 4 weeks off. Doc gave me 6. I should have taken all 6. Didn't have much strength.

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I took exactly 28 days (4 weeks) off. I needed each and every minute too. My job approved for me to get short term disability and I was paid at 80% of my regular pay.

I have 4 weeks off approved for FMLA. I was sleeved 9/29. I was supposed to go back today, A week early but I still don't feel well might go back mid week

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I was back after a week (technically around 9 days with the weekends) and no problems, but it's a desk job. I had to...like you, finances wouldn't really permit more time off.

Oh gosh I want to go home and sleep

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I'm taking 4 weeks off. I was supposed to go back after 3 but didn't feel ready. Like others, I felt dizzy and light headed if I was up for too long.

I will also add that I've developed a bit of insomnia, so I'm seriously struggling to fall asleep at night and then toss and turn all night. I'd say that hasn't helped much with getting me back to my normal self.

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I'm taking 4 weeks off. I was supposed to go back after 3 but didn't feel ready. Like others, I felt dizzy and light headed if I was up for too long.

I will also add that I've developed a bit of insomnia, so I'm seriously struggling to fall asleep at night and then toss and turn all night. I'd say that hasn't helped much with getting me back to my normal self.

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OMG I haven't been the best sleeper but after surgery it's gotten worse. Wish I would have taken the 4 weeks now.

I'd say a week off and a week of planned half days due to flat out exhaustion.