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Just had laparoscopic gallbladder surgery,currently work as nurse aide at a local hospital,my job involves moving & lifting patients when can i return?
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One good thing: about laparoscopic GB removal , besides less pain rely ambulation and return to work. Traditional surgery with large scar takes takes 6 wks to go back to regular work but you can in half the time or even less if you feel like going back to work
Answered 3/30/2016
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