Hi everyone!

I'm scheduled for RNY October 30th and I have 2 weeks booked off work. I know there are many threads discussing recovery time from the physical aspect.

My question is how long does it take to be fully mentally alert as far as recovery is concerned? While I won't be doing any physical work during my time off I was hoping to be able to catch up on my courses which require a lot of mental effort.

Did you guys find yourself mentally exhausted after the surgery? How long was recovery from that aspect?

I would give yourself 3 days. I’m three days post op and while resting today could probably have tackled some technical reading.

I would give yourself 3 days. I’m three days post op and while resting today could probably have tackled some technical reading.

Thanks! I appreciate your response [emoji4]

Do you think you're able to comfortably sit at a desk? Not for hrs on end but 30-40 minutes at a time.

Sure. Just make sure you walk about regularly.

I felt like I was a bit fuzzy for about 3-4 weeks. I wasn't completely out of it but I couldn't stay focused as long as I typically can. I just took a lot of small mental breaks throughout the day. I struggled a lot emotionally at first just getting used to everything so that certainly didn't help. I will say that once I got back to work, in my routine and using my brain on things other than the water, protein, vitamins cycle I felt 100% better. Everyone is different so give it a shot but be easy on yourself if you are fuzzy for a bit

Sure. Just make sure you walk about regularly.

Day 3 you should be mentally able to tackle any work you need to get done. Great way to pass time while physically recovering

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Thank you for the response!
I'm scheduled to return home on day 4 after a long flight so hopefully by day 5 or 6 I'll be feeling well enough to get some serious homework done