Where are all the 50 something bypass patients?

[Deemar007 244]

Good for you. Thinking of you today.

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[Beth Ann 5]

Thinking and praying for huge success and easy recovery!!

[frust8 963]

Brotheroc, so how did your surgery go? Hoping to hear the details from you soon.

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[Margo H 17]

I replied weeks ago. I had gastric-roux-en-y 20+ years ago (yes, I was a pioneer)! If you have problems with diarrhea, take Iron tablets - that should "tighten" you up. That is what I had to do (doctor recommended). Also good for the "seepage" of stool - as it keeps it more firm.

I am almost 6' tall. My top weight was 355. I lost down to 182 - now at 195. It is possible to keep it off - but you DO have to change your eating habits!

Also, my biggest problem now is gas - because I do eat candy occasionally. I cannot eat, for instance, a piece of cake or pie, because I STiLL get the "dumping syndrome"; but I can take one bite and that satisfies me, but does give me gas, as does a small piece of candy.

Good luck everyone!

Edited March 8, 2018 by Margo H

[Teri dolan 7]

I am 72 and am 2 mo out of bypass. I’ve gone from 275 to 230 I guess I feel that it’s not enough. I still am out of breath a lot and tired. Anyone else?

[frust8 963]

We have a new poster,on the over 60 thread who is 73, you and I are next at 72. I hope to join you in bypassville in a,month or so. I thought I had finished my preps In January, was waiting on a surgery date, February 20th I got a call from the surgeon's office. The 3 surgeons in the bariatric center had themselves a little meeting, decided unanimously not to perform my surgery. I had dealt with this group of people since August 2015 and I got,kicked to the curb! Why? It is so silly an excuse even after 3 weeks it still doesn't make sense.
And am I upset? Yep, one third extremely hurt and one third bewildered and the other third? Pissed as. **** at the sons of Seabiscuit the Horse they turned out to be! I did not see this coming, had I suspected anything I would have severed ties before they could pull such a dirty trick. So I have applied to another program at Ohio State University and I hope it will,be just what I need to gain my surgery, the next step on my journey to weight loss and better health. Wish me well as I really really want,to it to be done and over. Things can get wearying at our stage of life.

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[Margo H 17]

When I had my surgery years ago the doctor's would not do it on anyone over the age of 50. I would think in later years it could be extremely risky, as our health declines anyways after about 60 or so. I am now about to be 69.

M. Hall

[Brotherorc 13]

It went really well I am back home and just a little sore. It’s night was tough but got through it. When I tried to walk I was standing next to the bed I passed out. The next morning I was fine And been able to walk with no problems. Thank you all for your prayers



HW 225
SW 299
CW 299
GW 199

RNY 3/7/18

[frust8 963]

And praying each day gets better and better for you.

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[Teri dolan 7]

Thank you

[Deemar007 244]

So glad you are home. I hope you have a speedy recovery.

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[frust8 963]

There is hope I will still get my bypass. Psychologist appt. April 25th at O.S.U. Maybe a Dream still Comes True!

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[tuckersmom 42]

I am so happy to find this thread!! I will turn 54 four days before my surgery April 9th! I cannot wait! The skinny girl inside me is screaming to get out!

[Biddy zz 🏳️🌈 1,004]

I am 56. Had a gastric band done at about 46 I guess. It worked a treat, held myself at 175lbs effortlessly. Then a health need to empty it and it broke on the refill. Port replaced - but I just never again hit the sweet spot, as the weight gradually accumulated.

RNY late last year when I was up to 230lbs, and it has been a charm. In 3 months, down to 184 and losing 1-2 a week. Little ‘hunger’ and not a lot of interest in eating either. Am loving salads for the first time in my life. Lettuce seems to me a gift from the gods.

Anonymous pics - the top one is as at 230lbs. The bottom one - this morning.

[Gingerrose 9]

Hi I had my RNY surgery in September and I’m very happy I did it.

I’m no longer obese and no longer on diabetes and high blood pressure meds.

I’ve lost nearly 80 pounds since Pre -op diet and feel much better about myself.

Hope you all are doing well.