How long do you recommend to be off work after breast reduction?

March 19, 2015
Asked By:smiffy66 in London, UK

My consultant had told me I'd be off for 6-8 weeks but I'm really surprised by this as many others have returned to work after 2 weeks. I am a school secretary and sit in front of a computer for a fair chunk of the day so no real lifting or handling required. Is she just being over cautions? I know it depends on the individual but through past experience I usually recover very quickly.

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