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Recovery question
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Recovery question
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Re: Recovery question
I think I'm in a similar boat to you, my surgery (also laparoscopy to remove tube) will be 2 weeks ago tomorrow. They advised me that it can take 2 to 4 weeks. I tried to go for a little walk today, which I managed OK, but my belly button wound is taking a long time to heal and bits are still sore. I think you just need to give yourself as much time as you can and maybe start doing little bits and building it up. That's what I'm trying and it seems to be working. I think it's the emotional side that takes longer to get a hold on. I hope your recovery goes as smoothly as possible!
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Re: Recovery question
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Re: Recovery question
I would say this is very individual for us, but most people generally have 4-6 weeks recovery time from surgery.
If you are wanting to get back to work, could you do a phased approach? Work half days or only a few days for the first few weeks to see how you go and slowly build it up as you are ready? I think Alcoulson's advice of going for little walks is a fabulous indication of how fit your body is feeling and how you feel after doing exercise.
Sending much love,
Karen x
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