Question:
In genera, how long are you out of work with a lap RNY?
— a4liberty (posted on January 9, 2006)
January 9, 2006
I would say it depends on the individual themselfs and what type of work
you do. I was off work at the present time so it worked out good for me. I
know the biggest thing is you are really tired after wards I would have
been able to went back to work at my desk job in about 2 weeks I would say.
— NYCindy
January 9, 2006
I was out only 7 days. But I work at a desk. If I had a job that was not at
a desk I dont thinkI would of been back as soon. Good luck
— bntfive
January 9, 2006
I truly think it depends on the person. My surgeon had the procedure done
he was back at work the following week. One of the nurses had the surgery
done, she was back in the office about a week and a half later. Then
another was back about two weeks later. I had my surgery done on December
27th. I personally feel that I could be ready to go back to work because I
am heeled on the outside. But, I will know for sure what my surgeon thinks
tomorrow. I think it may depend on the type of work that you do. Sometimes,
people with office jobs are ready to go back to work sooner than people who
stand on their feet for hours. I stand on my feet on concrete floor for
about 12 hours a day. I think it depends also on the person. But, no matter
what you hear on here make sure that you as a person are ready to go back
to work. Take it day by day.
— kizie23
January 9, 2006
I am a hairdresser and I went back to work on the 14 day. Although I was
very tired my energy would be gone by 3:00 and I would leave early. The
worst part for me was not pain it passed quickly it was having to rebuild
my energy level. Im better but still get tired a lot.
— ree
January 10, 2006
I was out 2 weeks. I have a desk job. I figured it was better than sitting
around at home. Initially my doc suggested that I take off at least 4
weeks. I would have gone stir crazy at home that long!
— membylake
January 11, 2006
I had surgery on a Tuesday, home on Thursday and was back to work on
Monday. But I work at a desk, so it was pretty low maintenance. It really
depends on how you feel, what type of work you do and how much time you can
afford off. Good luck!
— stargazer12472
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