I was just wondering for those of you who have been banded already, how long did you take off of work and how long did you need assistance at home? My husband is wondering how long he also needs to take off of work to help me. Any guidance would be helpful.

I had surgery 12/9 and will be going back to work tomorrow, 12/14,but only for 1/2 days this week. I had a major hital hernia so still not really strong. I probably could stay all day but I have the vacation time so I am taking it. My surgeon told me that everyone is different and that I would know when it was right for me. My mom took 3 days off and stayed with me the day of surgery and left Friday afternoon 2 days after. I am getting around and doing for myself just fine, just get tired really easy. Hope this helps!

Thanks for all your help. My husband is taking off a week to help me. He has Vacation. I will talk to my surgeon on Wed. about it .

Had surgery wednesday and went back monday and felt fine.

Greg

Boy I took at least two weeks off, I was drained and sore, I may have taken a bit more (can't remember now)but I had issues, I had an infection in my breast bone and that caused a whole bunch of issues and pain.

Honestly, my job allowed for a long time off and I took what they allowed, it was wonderful as I was able to get myself mentally ready for my return to work and I needed it - but that is just me.

I was banded on 12/9 and was planning on going back on 12/14, but, my doctor won't release me until I see him on 12/16. I am PERFECTLY capable of going back, but, if I DO go back and something were to happen, I'm afraid insurance would deny paying for anything since I went back to work against medical advice. I'm just going to work from home.

Everyone is different. I "heal well" according to my urologist, but, others may not. I would say a week should be perfect. Even if you're not in any pain and WANT to go back, at least being at home will give you time to re-learn how to eat!

I'm still out. Had my surgery on the 12th of November. I don't go back till December 28th. But I'm a CNA in a hospital so my job requires a lot of bending, stretching, lifting etc. I was nervous after 2 weeks when I went back to my doctor because I was not ready at that time. I feel good now but I'm glad I have another 2 weeks to relax and get completely healed.

i was off for 1 week and 2 days.. the pain in my left shoulder was sooo irritating for me and it hurt like well you know.

Edited December 14, 200916 yr by msampson