How long did you take off from work?
Hi! I am a teacher also and had my surgery the Wed. before spring break. So I was off for 1.5 weeks. I would have really liked a couple more days. Two weeks would have been great. I was really sore and uncomfortable for a while, but I think two weeks is good because going back to work made me get up and get moving.
Had mine done over the Chirstmas break, and returned to work exactly 14 days after surgery witout difficulty. I teach 5th grade, so no heavy lifting required.
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Agree, everyone is different and a lot depends on your job and other responsibilties. I have very long days and on feet most of the day. I was also going to school fulltime and caregiver for my mom. I had gallbladder and sleeve at the same time and took a full 6 weeks off. I had a very easy recovery with no complications. My biggest challenge was energy level . Your body is adjusting to living off 500 calories a day and getting your fluids in the first few weeks is tough. I am glad I took the time off needed to fully recover. My biggest surprise was energy level. It took me several months to feel back to normal energy level. I walked short distances and gradually increased until I got my strength completely back. I do have a very active life and had little time to rest so the 6 weeks was very helpful for me. Good luck .
2 weeks. Surgery was Wednesday 6/6 and I was back Thursday 6/21. Glad because I was bored. lol I have an easy desk job.