i am having another operation on my left leg to remove infected metal work on the 20th. i will be in a cast for 6 weeks so ive been told. how long before i should go back to work?? i work in an office.
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Your doctor will tell you when you can return to work.  Be sure to follow his instructions!
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It's not too late but I would do it soon if I were you.  I waited 6 years to have mine out and what a big mistake.  The older you are, the worse it is, I was 26 and it was a disaster.  Most people are out of work for 2 days, have them out on Thursday, go back to work on Monday.  I was out of work for over a week.  I looked like I was beat up, bruised from ear all the way down into my neck.  I couldn't open my mouth wide enough to get a spoon in for a couple of weeks.  It's 10 years later and I still have problems, a really minor case of TMJ, that makes me nuts.  My ears hurt all the time from the TMJ, which makes it hard to tell if I'm sick and need an antibiotic.  Every time I get a bad cold I have to go to the doctor, because I can't tell if my ears hurt from the cold or from my jaw.  If you really have to have it done, do it sooner rather than later.  Good Luck.
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A week to 2 weeks.  I just sprained mine 2 weeks ago and my doctor cleared me.  As long as you ice and elevate it and rest you should be good to go.
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Was a report made when you fell? If not when you go back to work make sure they are aware of what happened and that they file a report with home office. Then go to see an attorney and explain the situation to him.Bring your doctors statements or copies if you don't have them don't worry he will get them. He will be glad to take your case for a percentage if he feels you have one. Be sure you find an attorney who specializes in labor laws. Be sure to take the two days off that your doctor advised you to do.I believe they may only be able to deduct it off just this time only for the same incident, depending on the laws in your state. But don't make the mistake of letting them screw you over and don't worry about your new job they will have to compensate if they do you wrong. Follow the advice of your attorney. Find one who will offer a free consultation with you.
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my partner fell off a step and torn all the ligaments in his foot,he went to hospital and had a x ray too check the damage.they strapped his foot up with tight support bandage and gave him crutches.he had 3 weeks off work (advised by the doctor)he had too keep his foot raised and not put any pressure on it for a few weeks.ask your hospital for some crutches and have complete rest.hope you get better soon.
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Relax.  You have nothing to worry about.  After two years of work, you know this stuff like the back of your hand.  This is the time to lean back and relax so you'll feel comfortable tomorrow.  I'd say, "Good luck," but you won't need it -- trust me!
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i just got done with 6 weeks radiation.first you go in and they mark you ,, they call it tattoo..then they lay you down on the table and give you radiation on your next appointment ..you don't stay in the hospital.... you can still work and do your normal things if you feel like it...some people loose there hair some loose weight...
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I've not only had surgeries but I'm the son of a foot surgeon. Three weeks is plenty of time. More than enough. Bathe away. =)\n.
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I have it removed now I am perfectly fine. \nI think you can discuss it with you doctor\nand see what he will give the suggestion.\n\nSometime if its not that you take antibiotics more than a month\nand nothing better, they might not suggest for the operation.\n\nAnyway ask your doctor.\n\nWish you to get better.
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1.  Please see a chiropractor.  I broke my neck in February. I work at home and sit in front of this PC almost 24/7.  I don't take meds so I was in agony all down my back and arms.  Then, in desperation, I saw a chiropractor and IMMEDIATELY all was much better. My entire spine was twisted up from muscle spasms and the original injury.  I still see him once a week for $30.00 a visit. I'm an RN and I thought chiropractic medicine was "alternative".  It definitely is NOT.\n2.  Therapeutic massage.  The chiropractor should be able to refer you.  Also, inquire about "rolfing".  I'm not sure if that's how it's spelled but that's how it's pronounced.  Rolfing is miraculous.\n3.  Discuss with a chiropractor alternative seating at work, then, approach your employer about arranging it for you.\n4.  Would it be possible to work from your home at the same job?\n5.  When you meet with your employer, introduce this concern by saying this is a temporary injury, not a permanent disability, and he or she will work with you and may be able to put your mind at ease about it all.  You're worried and that's going to hurt your muscles and extend healing time.  You will to be surprised, I think, when you talk with your employer and find how much better you're going to feel.\n6.  Use sick leave/vacation time if you have some.\n7.  Car accident insurance policies, yours and the other party's, if one was involved, might have provisions for financial support during recovery from accidents.  Investigate that.\n8.  Take a long hot shower before going to work to ease muscles for several hours into the work day.\n9.  Take frequent breaks during the day and walk, stretch, etc. \n10. Investigate unemployment benefits, not to quit your job, but to afford you the option of taking more days off during the work week.\n\nGood luck.
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HEy, I had the laser surgery august 2005 which is suppose to close the main veing and shrink the others to get rid of them Mine are like really bad well i had the surgery and they came back 2 weeks later and lookin even worse now well in Jan. My leg was hurting really bad i work in a nursing home so im on my feet all the time well any way i went to the ER and tehy did a ultra sound on my leg and told me i have a blood clot in my leg now I was suppose to go in the 29th of this month to have the veins completely removed but i lost my insurance so i had to cancel my surgery....i have pictures after my surgery if you would like to see them you can email me at puppyeyez2000_99@yahoo.com or any other questions i'll try to answer  and i forgot to add i'm only 23  years old
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With injuries that extensive, three months recovery is still quite early to expect all to be as new, if at all.\n\nThe best person to ask about this is your doctor.  He knows the exact extent of your injuries and probable recouperation time.\nHe would also know if something needed to be done now or if you should just continue recovering.\n\nGood luck
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Depends what you do for work. If it is a desk job probably a week to a week 1/2. \nMy surgury hurt like hell for about 4 days but then subsided pretty quickly after that. When I woke up from the anestecia I was in so much pain I wished I didn't get it done but in the long run it is definately worth it. I got mine done at Mass. General in Boston, my dr. wanted me to stay the night, I said no before my surgery but when I woke up I told them I wanted to stay so I could keep getting my morphine shots but they already gave my room away.\nAlso, I got my implants put in through my armpits and maybe that is more painfull because you can't really move your arms at all rather than if I got them put in through my ariola or under my breast.\nGOOD LUCK.\n- no matter what, it is so worth it.
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You have to prove the infection was caused by the metal. Since one was OK, why would the other one not be?\n\nIf you are young and will have permanent damage caused by the infection, any personal injury lawyer will take your case.\n\nIf you are old or retired, they may not consider it worth their time. Then you may have to pay a lawyer a retainer to take your case.\n\nOr you can send the hospital a letter explaining what happened and what you want them to do about it. They'll turn it over to their insurance company and will tell you if they will compensate you or not. You'll get a third more if you have a lwyer, but the lawyer will take a third.
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i have it happen occassionaly at work, when i bend down to do something, then stand back up, things spin and change color.  if this is consistently a problem, i'd definitely call your doctor.  if it's just once in a while, i wouldn't worry too much, just make sure you're taking care of yourself as far as diet and exercise and the like.
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potential fracture.. might be so minor. its what they call a bruised bone. i had a similar fall a few years ago but i fell on both hands. my  right wrist had the same problem you are describing. just apply ice and wait it out. my right forearm required a cast for 6 weeks. so go to a doctor and get xrays of your hands. they will let you know.
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It can depend on a number of things, such as your over all health being good, if you have any medical conditions, and how well you recover from the anaesthetic.\n\nMy hubby had the same operation, but as he is a diabetic, they had to take extra precautions. He was fairly miserable for the first day, but picked up fairly quickly after that. \n\nIt usually takes about a week to fully recover, and can go back to work. But you must be guided by your doctor, and how you feel. \n\nYou may get black eyes too, my hubby had panda eyes, and was not terribly keen on going out for a week.\n\nGood luck