Mastectomy - how much time should I expect to take off work?

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Hi I've recently been diagnosed with DCIS and I'm currently waiting on genetic tests to determine if I need a single or double mastectomy. I'm a freelance writer, so I'm trying to work out how much time I need to take off to recover as I won't have any additional income.

Can anyone share roughly how long they needed before they felt they could work again? I know everyone's experience will be different and impacted by a range of factors. However, if anyone can share their experience, let me know.