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Hemorrhoidectomy schedule in 3 weeks== how many days should i take off work?

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What's your job?: I cousel at least one week off work, as there will be swelling of the tissues and you will be uncomforatble sitting for long periods. I also counsel 2-3 weeks of lifting no more thsn 5 lb, as doing so increases pressure in the operated area and could theoretically increase the chance of postop bleeding.

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Answered 5/17/2016

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