How much time did you take off work?

[Jadane_dm 34]

I remember seeing a previous post about this topic but could find it. So I'm asking the question again.

My job requires us to apply for short term disability for being out of work due to medical reasons for more than 10 days. I originally put in a request for 15 days. That includes the day of my surger 9/06 through 9/20. After speaking to liberty mutual who handles the Leave of Absence and disability request they made me realize I may need more time. I was thinking about taking off until October 1st. My job requires standing for 8 hours and walking around, interacting with customers, and sometimes bending down. Sometimes I get so busy that I'm unable to sit or take a break. However I feel like 25 days out may be pushing it, but since I will receive pay during my time out I'm thinking about taking the time to make sure I've fully recuperated.

I am worried about coming back to work after a month and having my co workers notice the difference in my weight and I'm not sure how to handle it. I've only confided in a few people about my surgery and I didn't want a lot of people knowing.

So my questions are....

How long did you stay out of work?

and

How did you handle the reactions from your coworkers when you came back?

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[emme.vee 142]

I am worried about coming back to work after a month and having my co workers notice the difference in my weight and I'm not sure how to handle it. I've only confided in a few people about my surgery and I didn't want a lot of people knowing.

This is my worry too . Congrats on your upcoming surgery!

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[stephwv 11]

I am 4 weeks post-op tomorrow and am still easing back into work. I had 2 full weeks at home to heal and I NEEDED IT! Last week I worked Mon-Wed-Fri half days and I was exhausted by the time I got home, but each day was better. This week I'm planning to work half days all week, then resume full-time next week.

I think any WLS is such a huge trauma to your body, we need at least a few weeks to simply recoup (plus taking walks and sipping Water, of course [emoji6]). I opted to skip taking our STD for medical leave so I could still do some work from home, but if you have a good STD benefit then great!

Best of luck to you!

[KristenLe 5,979]

I would take the time. You may need it.

[tbott 15]

I remember seeing a previous post about this topic but could find it. So I'm asking the question again.

My job requires us to apply for short term disability for being out of work due to medical reasons for more than 10 days. I originally put in a request for 15 days. That includes the day of my surger 9/06 through 9/20. After speaking to liberty mutual who handles the Leave of Absence and disability request they made me realize I may need more time. I was thinking about taking off until October 1st. My job requires standing for 8 hours and walking around, interacting with customers, and sometimes bending down. Sometimes I get so busy that I'm unable to sit or take a break. However I feel like 25 days out may be pushing it, but since I will receive pay during my time out I'm thinking about taking the time to make sure I've fully recuperated.

I am worried about coming back to work after a month and having my co workers notice the difference in my weight and I'm not sure how to handle it. I've only confided in a few people about my surgery and I didn't want a lot of people knowing.

So my questions are....

How long did you stay out of work?

and

How did you handle the reactions from your coworkers when you came back?

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I planned to be off work one week; ended up taking two. The hospital stay was supposed to be two days but for me it was 5..just so much pain. No complications just slow to recover.

[tbott 15]

I remember seeing a previous post about this topic but could find it. So I'm asking the question again.

My job requires us to apply for short term disability for being out of work due to medical reasons for more than 10 days. I originally put in a request for 15 days. That includes the day of my surger 9/06 through 9/20. After speaking to liberty mutual who handles the Leave of Absence and disability request they made me realize I may need more time. I was thinking about taking off until October 1st. My job requires standing for 8 hours and walking around, interacting with customers, and sometimes bending down. Sometimes I get so busy that I'm unable to sit or take a break. However I feel like 25 days out may be pushing it, but since I will receive pay during my time out I'm thinking about taking the time to make sure I've fully recuperated.

I am worried about coming back to work after a month and having my co workers notice the difference in my weight and I'm not sure how to handle it. I've only confided in a few people about my surgery and I didn't want a lot of people knowing.

So my questions are....

How long did you stay out of work?

and

How did you handle the reactions from your coworkers when you came back?

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oh..as for co-workers..i work in a doctors office and just found it easier to be honest with them. We eat lunch together in the break room every day and it would have been obvious. Come to think of it I told everyone and wasn't shy about it. Today I have to bite my tongue when I see heavy people because I want to help them.

[applejenn 173]

My Drs standard is 4 weeks

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[Ldyvenus 317]

I've read a lot of people say the third week is pretty rough. I've got a desk job and am planning on 4 weeks. I don't want to go back tired, dizzy, or on all fluids.

[eudys3 27]

I took off only 8 days after RNY on 7/18 since I don't have PTO in my job. I went home on post-op day 1. I went back to work for 3 days at half time after my 8 days off. I started back full time this week & have twice the normal amount of work, having been out for so long. (I own my business & no one else can do my particular job.) I sit a fair amount at work but walk often between exam rooms. I manage to drink 2 ounces about every 15 minutes. Although I am still very tired, I feel pretty good. That said, it might have been better to take the full two weeks off.

[02CDMB 37]

I took two weeks but I could have used an extra week. If you can take the time off from work, I suggest you do it. You'll be glad you did.

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[DebiW 45]

I am concerned how much time I will need off too. My husband and I both babysit our (almost 3 month old twin grandsons at our home.... I know I cannot pick them up for at least 2-3 weeks.

How much time would you recommend I take off?

[bgjon5 17]

I had my bypass June 26th and I'm to return to work on Sept 9th (Dr orders) as far as your work associates I mean it's your call but not sure why it's a secret they will notice the weight coming off and you're doing it for the health of you, congrats on your upcoming surgery, I hope all goes well.

[warninglabels 1]

I was approved for 6 weeks. I'm almost 3 weeks out. It gives me time to get used to eating what my pouch doesn't like and just get in the swing of things.

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[StefanieSparklePants 95]

3 weeks at home

[GermanShepherdMama 145]

I took 4 weeks off from work. I appreciated the time off and needed it to understand my new system.