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After appendicitis surgery, how long to carry heavy objects?
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Depends: If it was a laparoscopic procedure, you can likely return to normal, unlimited activity as soon as you are comfortable. An open appendectomy will require about 2 to 3 weeks.
Answered 5/3/2015
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