How long is everyone taking off work? I had my surgery Wednesday and was planning on returning this Wednesday but it has been rough recovering. I’ve been spiking a fever from the pain since coming home and quickly get short of breath from the discomfort walking. I walked more than anyone on the floor while in the hospital but I have a ruptured disc and after the surgery my back was hurting as well as my tummy. I also had a hernia repaired.

I am planning on trying to go back April 30 or May 8....what did everyone else do?

I am trying to heel doing small frequent walks vs long because I think I overdid it my first days home...I can barely stand up on my own from the swelling...

I’m have surgery on a Friday and hope to be back to work on Tuesday. I’m a teacher so I have planned around it (things that I don’t have to be up and moving around TOO much... hope I can do it)

Wow, that is really quick. On the advice of my surgeon’s team, I’m taking off three weeks. I will be happy to have some time to work out what I feel comfortable eating before having to bring food in with me to work. I am also crossing my fingers that I feel well enough after the first week that the time off will feel at least a little like a vacation and that I’ll be able to spend time walking outside each day. Please take care of yourselves heading back to work so soon.

How long is everyone taking off work? I had my surgery Wednesday and was planning on returning this Wednesday but it has been rough recovering. I’ve been spiking a fever from the pain since coming home and quickly get short of breath from the discomfort walking. I walked more than anyone on the floor while in the hospital but I have a ruptured disc and after the surgery my back was hurting as well as my tummy. I also had a hernia repaired.

I am planning on trying to go back April 30 or May 8....what did everyone else do?

I am trying to heel doing small frequent walks vs long because I think I overdid it my first days home...I can barely stand up on my own from the swelling...

I needed more than a week. It’s been 20 days since my surgery and I am just starting to be able to function without getting tired midday. I didn’t have pain, just fatigue at times. Also, trying to get my liquids, meds, and purée foods down on time feels like a full time job. Lol

I had mine March 26 and will go back April 30. Originally my surgeon said I could go back in 2weeks. Uh no. I’m a surgery nurse and my job is very physically demanding. So changed to 4weeks. However, I was not having any energy and would poop out really quickly. So then extended to 5weeks. This is my choice - I am worried about getting my water in as I get pretty weak if not hydrated. Thankfully spoke with my boss and they are going to work with me on this issue! ( in surgery- sterile environment- no food or drinks- also can’t just leave a patient to go drink or keep water by your side[emoji849]) But I’m down 30lbs and feeling great!!!!

I think the doctors are highly optimistic and very blind to the pain patients go through after surgical procedures. I was knocked out for about two weeks. I worked from home but was still in pain. I would take your time and see if you feel better after a week or so. I'm still not feeling totally normal after 10 weeks.

Tomorrow will be one week since my gastric bypass and cholecystectomy. I was told pre-op that I could return to work in one week. I quickly realized after surgery, as did my family and surgeon that it was unrealistic. I am still unable to get from a standing position unassisted. After experiencing such pain that continues today, I will gladly take the 2 1/2 weeks that is now recommended. I will be happy to take more if that’s what I need. You would be surprised how many movements and positions will be difficult after surgery. Totally worth it, but recovery has been harder than I expected. I thought my expectations were realistic bc I’ve been an RN for 11 years, but I was wrong. You and your surgeon can decide what is best for you. I say go back a few days “late” rather than a few days early and suffer or screw up your healing.

Ya we’ve decided there is no way I am going back this week and I am probably taking off next week too...everyone sounds like they are recovering quickly and well but I have extreme pain sit to stand. I get my fluids in and walk but it’s been brutal.

My surgeon suggested me to take 4 weeks, and I did. You will need every bit of that time, because your body get weak so fast. When I went back to work, I worked part time for two weeks. I use to come home and get in the bed and sleep for hours. You have to realize you had major surgery, and you just can jump back into your same routine. I am 10 weeks out from my surgery and I still get dizzy and tired when I over do it. So be careful.

My surgeon suggested me to take 4 weeks, and I did. You will need every bit of that time, because your body get weak so fast. When I went back to work, I worked part time for two weeks. I use to come home and get in the bed and sleep for hours. You have to realize you had major surgery, and you just can jump back into your same routine. I am 10 weeks out from my surgery and I still get dizzy and tired when I over do it. So be careful.

Same here im 10 weeks also and feel the same

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