Jump to content
×
Are you looking for the BariatricPal Store? Go now!

Age 50 or over (or anyone)



Recommended Posts

Hello I am new here, I am scheduled to have my surgery December 4, 2014 . Looking to correspond with people wHo have had gastric sleeve age 50 or older. I will appreciate hearing anything that may help me in my venture to better healthy living. Thanks!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am over 50 and feeling much better since I have been losing weight. I had the surgery because I was tired of joint pain, being out of breath, and couldn't walk very far without my feet hurting. I also had leg swelling that never seemed to go away. I no longer have joint pain, walking is a breeze and I look better too. I will see in December if I can lose some meds or the cpap. Best decision I have made since I divorced my hubby!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I'm over 50, haven't had surgery yet -- surgeon appt on Nov 12th - :o)

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I will be 59 four days before my surgery. I am scared but I am more scared to continue down this unhealthy trail I am on. I have many health issues that I got to do it.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Ladies there is a group for the 50's it's called... New to the Fifties. It has like 29 pages to it now, lots of good people on it and lots of information.

I'm 57 just had the sleeve done a week ago. Doing well now getting in my fluids, wish I could do more but one day at a time.

Come on over to the fifties group and check us out.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I was a month shy of 50 when I had my sleeve, and I am thrilled with the results thus far and am enjoying feeling and looking younger! Knee pain greatly diminished, spine less pain, actually everything hurts less, and I have greater ease of movement overall. Best decision ever.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am 50 and I had surgery 5 days ago. I have had no real issues, I feel good and Im down 28 lbs counting my pre op diet days. GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I will be 62 this month. I had DS surgery in June of this year. This is something I wanted for me. Tired of being tired!.......still working....still raising kids and tired all of the time!


Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I will be 62 this month. I had DS surgery in June of this year. This is something I wanted for me. Tired of being tired!.......still working....still raising kids and tired all of the time!

Looks like you're making great progress! I hope you turn the corner soon & not so tired.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Betty, I am 62 and hoping to have surgery in the next few months. In the process of jumping through the hoops right now. I would also like to hear about the sleeve journeys of those over 50. It is finally time for me!

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I am 59 was sleeved on Oct 9. Today was my first day to eat soft foods, Dummy me sautéed broccoli. NOOOO my stomach about killed me I had 2 oz of salmon and 1 oz broccoli. I think its too soon for broccoli. Anyone have any suggestions on what to eat? I appreciate hearing from everyone.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

I will be 53 next week, and had RNY on Jun 10, 2014. Have lost 78 lbs so far. I made the decision to have RNY when I found out I needed a total knee replacement. I had the knee replacement 9 weeks ago. Would be glad to answer any questions you have.

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Im 54 had gastric bypass june 17 2013. said bye bye to 130 lbs. Welcome to all

Share this post


Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now

  • Trending Products

  • Trending Topics

  • Recent Status Updates

    • Bashbee91

      Hey guys new to the process looking forward to this new life. 
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • Bugg

      Hi everyone! I’m brand new here. I just went through all my pre-op requirements per my insurance company and now everything has been submitted and I’m just waiting for final approval and my surgery date. I’ve been doing research, watching YouTube videos, TikTok’s, ect.. trying to prepare my mind and what to expect so I’ll be ready for the surgery. I was so sure and so set and so ready and excited. However, now that I’ve done everything & it’s almost here, I am sooooooo scared! I know why I want it bc I’ve tried everything and I just don’t feel like I can lose weight by myself. I’m tired of being overweight my entire life. I’m miserable, but I keep psyching myself out afraid of GERD bc I know how that can be and I don’t want to have to get a bypass after already gaining the courage to even get VSG. I’m scared of complications like I’mgoing to regret doing it and be depressed that I didn’t just be more disciplined and try again to lose the weight on my own even sitting here typing this knowing in my mind i just can’t and don’t possess the discipline. I’m also afraid I won’t be able to handle the restrictions of the sleeve. What do I eat? I don’t know how to eat healthy really and don’t enjoy healthy food. I don’t know how to do this! I feel so defeated!Someone tell me they felt anything similar to this or am I not ready? I thought I was. I am so tired of being sick and tired and so tired of myself and so tired of being stuck and stuck in this body and somebody different on the outside from what I feel inside. I just want to ball up and cry.
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • buildabetteranna

      over 20 lbs down since4 the pre surgery diet and surgery on the 14th
      · 1 reply
      1. Selina333

        Yay!! Congrats. I know how good that feels. 🤩

    • Jenopolis

      Had a sleeve in 2017, lost over 100 pounds. Had a DS surgery this year (2025) for more sustainable weight loss. 🤞
      · 0 replies
      1. This update has no replies.
    • buildabetteranna

      The 14th was my day. I am home and recovery is going pretty smooth. They even let me walk out of the hospital. Picture of me in recovery curtesy of my boyfriend lol. 

      · 3 replies
      1. DaisyChainOz

        Glad it went well!! Wishing you a speedy recovery and wonderful success!! 🤗

      2. buildabetteranna

        Thank you ❤️

      3. Selina333

        Neat you have a pic of this day! I was sooo happy to get my surgery. It was well worth it! And I'm not even near my goal. I had surgery Dec. 2!

  • Recent Topics

  • Hot Products

  • Sign Up For
    Our Newsletter

    Follow us for the latest news
    and special product offers!
  • Together, we have lost...
      lbs

    PatchAid Vitamin Patches

    ×