I Like To Know How Long Are You Guys Off From Work

[anngee 11]

Like to know how long are you guys off from work, I work in a food factory and my job is central lab tech because it look like some are off a few weeks, I thought I would only be off work a couple of weeks. What do the doctors request for you taking work time spam

[AbacoRaveness 44]

My job mostly involves me sitting at a desk and putting out fires caused by other people over the phone.

I was back after two weeks. I kinda went in a little late and home a little early (10-4, worked through lunch since I could only take a small bite every few minutes anyway). Every few minutes I would have to get up and walk around because sitting was still uncomfortable on my incisions. I was fine. Just as comfortable at work as I was at home.

I went back on a Wednesday and I have to tell you that by Friday I was exhausted. But, I think that had alot to do with pressure from some deadlines that I had to meet.

At my support group last night someone asked this same question. I was probably the earliest in the group, although another lady who worked from home "went back" at a week and a half. The average for everyone else was 4 weeks (some 3, some 5 or even more). I think its a very individual thing based on how your recovery goes.

Hope that helps!

[Rootman 1,101]

3 days - way too short.

[Caradina 65]

I'm returning on my fourth post op day. I work a very low key desk job though, and fully expect to be in twelve shades of hell for awhile. Can't be helped... no sick pay!

[anngee 11]

I don't have a sat down job on feet 6 1/2 to 7 hours my job very busy just have enough to for breaks

[mnbsleeve 87]

I took two weeks off but was definitely up and around no problem at 4 or 5 days. I have a job where I mostly sit and I was able to focus on sipping my Water / Protein Shake. I think there are several issues to consider. One is physical exertion since your body needs time to heal and you may feel more fatigue due to healing and lack of calories. If your job is physically demanding, you may need much more time. The other issue is that you really need to focus on getting fluid/protein in. If you fall behind it's difficult to make it up since you can only take in so much every 8 to 10 minutes in the begining. At least for me, it was a lot of work. Then you get into a routine, plus your body heals and your capacity starts to increase. I can say that when I hit week two, my energy was great and I pretty much felt normal. The only thing is I was still having to focus on fluid/protein, later food.< /p>

[mnbsleeve 87]

I just wanted to clarify my post above: I meant to say that if you have a job that allows you to keep sipping your fluids it helps. If your job takes you out and about in such a way that it's difficult to get your shakes and fluids in, it's more challenging the first couple of weeks for sure since that process does seem to consume lots of energy and focus - al least it did for me. Hope this is helpful!

[IowaAndy 95]

It is going to depend on what type of a job you have. If you do heavy lifting it is going to be much longer than someone that does not do lifting and has a more sedentary job like sitting at a desk. I would talk to your doctor and explain your job and what you do during the day and he will be able to tell you when you can return. It you job is willing to make some adjustments for you it may be possible to go back sooner.

[anngee 11]

I'm not allow to have beverages in my work area I have to make time to use the restroom lol I work 7-3 shift my first isn't til 9'o clock and there a lot times I won't get one til 11 for lunch then I'll get a quickie maybe. I have a demand job

[Forensikchic 528]

I went back after a week but I have a desk job too. I was VERY tired but I did okay. I could sip all day at my desk. I was extremely tired for at least two weeks and then it got better. I would suggest AT LEAST 2 or 3 weeks off so you can recover enough to do your job. After three weeks you are on full liquids/mushies and you will have more energy then.

[favoredone 590]

I took 6 weeks.. I'm a high school teacher.. I have to move books and computers and stuff...

[ab76307 22]

Sounds like we have similar jobs and demands... I work as a quality control chemist at a pharmaceutical factory, and I took off for three weeks. I was a little tired at the end of the day but it want I big deal.

[ab76307 22]

Oops meant wasn't a big deal...stupid auto correct!

[CindyGo1313 13]

I was told that after 3 weeks should be ok. I work 3 12-hour shifts a week as a nurse .... that seems kind of fast, so we will see how that goes

[Shells 40]

I think you are amazing for going back to work within a week a two! I went back after a month, so glad I waited. Went back I was exhausted lost a pound a day for a week from moving! But I was able to take breaks, sit and get fresh air. Its tiring but it's worth it.

I recommend post ops to take as long as they can resting because this is the only time we have for this break on our busy lifestyle.