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Returning to work

Is it reasonable to believe i can go back to a semi physical job 1 week after surgery? I haven't had surgery yet I'm just curious if I will have to take more time then a week off which means I would have to postpone my surgery until I get more vacation time

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    • Jackson53
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      I wouldn't recommend going back this early. Adjusting to your new diet can affect your decision making. I know I am dealing with low blood sugar and being tired because of not getting enough Protein.

    • mon336
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      I HIGHLY recommend taking at least a week off. One of my incisions stings like a b**** and I am 5 days post op. I couldn't imagine being somewhat physical so soon. Not only are your incisions healing

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      All that bending may be a bit tough but good luck. I hear fatigue is the worst part Sent from my SM-N920T using the BariatricPal App

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    @@vegas_mimi I didn't read the other responses but I had surgery on a Tuesday and was back at work the following Monday. My surgeon doesn't approve for more than 2 weeks out of work. He wants you up and going as soon as you can because he said it helps you heal faster. I didn't have any issues - so I was fine but I do have a desk job.

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    @@Charisma - I saw your greek yogurt post. I will say that I can easily eat 5-6oz of yogurt (5 months post-op) but if I eat 3-4oz of chicken I am totally stuffed - like I know my limit stuffed. You will get to that full feeling but for me - yogurt never made me feel FULL. I hope that makes sense.

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    I have short term disability to but takes have to be off 3 weeks before it kicks in

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