Time off for surgery and recovery

[Kella112 24]

I am having my surgery on a Thursday in August and won’t go back to work for a week and half.

I am not good at sitting around for days, I like to be busy. I’ve never had a big surgery. My surgery is outpatient.

My question is.. how many days am I going to feel pretty tired? Will I be able to sleep during all those days? I’m worried about going stir crazy and getting depressed during that week off. Hope that doesn’t sound stupid!

[Letsgetgoing2018 448]

What type of surgery will you be having done? Depends on the job requirements you have. You can’t life for several weeks and you truly need rest to recouperate. I had the sleeve done on the 10th and I return to work on the 23rd. I am a registered nurse but work from home on the computer. Wanted to give myself enough time to rest and get into a good drinking pattern. Don’t be in a rush to get back. Listen to your body. Best wishes for a speedy recovery.

[NikkiD247 13]

I had surgery on May 18th and was back at work by the 24th. The few days I did stay at home were driving me crazy, because I had thoughts of regret, was tired, and in a little pain. My job doesn't require heavy lifting, but I did get tired midday and take naps on my lunch break for the first week. Overall, going back helped me take my mind off the fact that I had surgery. It kept me busy. Just listen to your body.

[logicwand 269]

I was pretty tired the first two weeks. Then after that it was a crap shoot day to day. I'd say by month two the "trauma" of surgery lost its effect on my energy level. I had surgery on a Wednesday and went back to work the following Monday. For me it was doable.