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I just discovered this board and I am already overwhelmed by the amount of information here.

I am seriously considering having a lapband done within the next 6 to 8 weeks. My question is this...since this is an outpatient procedure, can I return to work 3 days later or even a week later? I am a 4th grade teacher.

Thanks!

CajunDisney

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My sister and I had our bands done together during the summer, and since I have the summers off it wasn't an issue for me, but for my sister it was.

We had our surgery on a tuesday in Mexico and she returned to work that following monday (5 days later) with no problems.

another lady that I worked with (who is a 4th grade teacher) had her band on a thursday and took the following week off, she told me that she could have returned to work sooner. I personally felt fine after about 3-4 days after surgury, I was a little sore but nothing I couldn't take care of.

Just be prepared for what you are going to eat because of the post-surg. diet. Good luck with your band, best wishes for you.:)

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Hi! Welcome to the site, yes there is A LOT of info here!

As for returning to work, I would give your self at least 4-5 days before going back. Will you also be staying in the hospital overnight? My surgery was considered outpatient, but I stayed overnight. The first few days are a bit tough as you will likely still be on some pain medication and you will be tired. I took off just over a week from work. My surgery was on a Wed and I took off the rest of that week and the whole next week. I probably could have gone back a week later, but wanted to enjoy my time recouperating and adjusting to the new band.

Everyone is different though so it is certainly possible to go back more quickly, but I would suggest making arrangements to allow yourself the opportunity not to go back if you are feeling like you need more time at home.

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Thanks for the information. I am trying to arrange my procedure to be done the end of March when we will be out for Spring Break so I will have a week to recuperate before having to return to school.

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