return to work

[jonessl 13]

How long did you take off work after having surgery?

[BBdoodle 483]

I had sugery on a Monday and back to work the following Monday, I would have taken a bit longer but I could not afford to be on disability. I think since I went back to work qicker my recovery time was so much quicker. I worked 1/2 days in the office and 1/2 days at home. I think if you get back to your schedule as quick as possible you recover that much faster. Everyone is different, I had a very easy surgery and transition to a new life style and lots of support.

[mizzlaw 130]

I took two weeks.....

[sleevemeup 41]

I go in 2/14 and am taking 2 weeks. I have mostly a desk job.

[kristy3k 1,133]

I took 6 weeks only because I had the sick leave accumulated and had fmla... work for the government. But felt crappy until about week 3 and then started feeling better. If you can take 3-4 weeks I would. It will help you get in your daily requirements at home and figure out what you can and cant do without the added stress of work. Just my opinion.

[jonessl 13]

Thanks!!!

[jonessl 13]

bbdoddle, did you have a hernia repair?

[lili2012 85]

Had the surgery on Tuesday, went back home Thursday, back to work Monday

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[lili2012 85]

I had sugery on a Monday and back to work the following Monday' date=' I would have taken a bit longer but I could not afford to be on disability. I think since I went back to work qicker my recovery time was so much quicker. I worked 1/2 days in the office and 1/2 days at home. I think if you get back to your schedule as quick as possible you recover that much faster. Everyone is different, I had a very easy surgery and transition to a new life style and lots of support.[/quote']

I absolutely second this. I felt much better when I went back. It helped.me.recover fast

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[mom2lucky (suznc) 81]

I took 6 weeks & was happy I could. I had a good handle on food & Water at that point & knew what my pouch would tolerate for lunch & snack schedule. Water is hard because I get so busy but now I take my water bottle everywhere & that helps.

[tbaby 27]

I am suppose to go back after 2 weeks too. How did u guys do it? I'm nervous. Thinking like I will have tO run to the bathroom to get sick or whatever, how would that work?

[lovealways 287]

Taking two weeks off. I should be fine by then. I think 2 weeks is optimal. You'll be bored and want to go back by then lol

[TLP1212 32]

Im taking two weeks too. Supposed to go back next Monday. Just nervous because it's the day I can finally start full liquids and scared about running to the restroom, getting sick, etc.

[cookier224 238]

I took 3 weeks off. I was still a little sore but i work in an office.