A 47-year-old member asked:
How much time will i need to take off of work after my gallbladder surgery?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in

Dr. Barry Rosenanswered
General Surgery 36 years experience
7-10 days: In general, i advise my patients to take 7-10 days before returning to work. Most people can control their pain without narcotic medication after 1-2 days.
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Dr. Norman Beinanswered
General Surgery 53 years experience
Depends on cause and: With uncomplicated laparascopic gall bladder surgery you may return within a week...The level of physical activity involved in your work determines how long you need to be away from it.
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Last updated May 16, 2019
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