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I had a laparoscopic appendectomy two weeks ago, you think its possible that i can go to work? i work as an electrician and i dont lift things no more than 20 pounds. the only thing is that i climb a lot of stairs?

Q: i had a laparoscopic appendectomy two weeks ago, you think its possible that i can go to work? i work as an electrician and i dont lift things no more than 20 pounds. the only thing is that i climb a lot of stairs?

: Original surgeon would be FAR more able to determine that. In general - yes. But, again, really need to check back with original doc.

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Original surgeon would be FAR more able to determine that. In general - yes. But, again, really need to check back with original doc.

Answered 8/7/2021

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A member asked:

I had a laparoscopic appendectomy two weeks ago, you think its possible that i can go to work? i work as an electrician and i dont lift things no more than 20 pounds. the only thing is that i climb a lot of stairs?

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