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norrod
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 Posted: 08/12/05 - 02:00 Post subject: Post-op Gallbladder |
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I am planning laparoscopic operation of gallbladder in 2 weeks and was wondering what the routine is after operation. What is the period for recovery? How soon can I proceed with my daily routine?
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trudia
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| Posted: 08/23/05 - 07:46 Post subject: |
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Ok,
Considering food, you can eat regular diet, including fatty foods.
Considering activity, you can do whatever you are comfortable doing once you are discharge. Of course, do not over exaggerate with physical activity and do not lift things heavier than 15 pounds. I guess the incision shall hurt you one or two days after surgery, and you might experience vomiting because of anesthesia (in period of one or two days).
So, you could return to job easily week after the surgery, but if your job includes heavy lifting, you should stay out of work for 2-4 weeks!
Also, in first few days after the surgery, I would recommend not to bring up any important decisions, because of the strong influence of anesthesia.
I hope this few sentences were helpful to you.
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trev1865
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| Posted: 06/04/06 - 05:37 Post subject: |
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| does the heavy lifting restriction apply for ever? |
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| Posted: 07/06/08 - 04:52 Post subject: |
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| no-- about 4 weeks |
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