Question:
How long before you went back to work? (Open RNY)

I have a desk job, most computer and meetings related. I am concerned with how much time I have to take off work. Does anyone have good advice?    — Chris S. (posted on March 17, 2001)

March 17, 2001
I had an open RNY on 8/16/00 and went back to work full time in 3 weeks. I am a kindergarten teacher. I was really tired but it wasn't that bad. I have lost 209 pounds in 7 months.
   — DeeDubbs

March 17, 2001
You may feel like returning for 1/2 days at first, somewhere around 3 weeks post op. Maybe, maybe not. Just listen to your body and take a nap when your body tells you to. Remember, it is crucial that you don't lift over 10 pounds for about 8 weeks and do no vacuuming or furniture moving either.
   — Cindy H.

March 17, 2001
I work in an office as well and went back 1/2 time 18 days after my surgery. Every few days I added an extra 1/2 hour or so and was back full time at about 6 weeks. My boss was very understanding and told me to go home whenever I felt tired.
   — georgiacarol

March 18, 2001
I had the open RNY and I was back to work 6 hours a day on the 9th day. I didn't feel up to 8 hour days for another week or so. I also had a desk job and the worst thing was being tired quickly. Also be very careful not to lift anything over 5 lbs for 2 months.
   — Sherri M.