Where are all the 50 something bypass patients?

[Grammyrusty 21]

I started my journey at 58. Had surgery on 5/8/18 at age 62. I had spent most of 18 years in bed from pain. I now walk a mile! So thankful for my second chance at life! Good luck with yours!!

[nurse4126 19]

I’m 57. RNY June 11,2018

[Loreal 5]

I started my journey (rebirthday) on Jan. 17th. Best thing I ever did! I'm 55 , 5' 3" & started at 220. (209 day of surgery ) ....I am at 157 today and my goal is 140....I see the light

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[Caligirl T 28]

I got sleeved In March of 2017, went through a rough patch the first week with lots of nausea, but I recovered after 3 weeks and felt way better. I have gained 10 lbs back but just did a recharge to cleanse body of toxins and sugars I started this week with shakes again and soft foods like yogurt etc...I need to get back to my goal! I look better at 170 since my skin sagged so much after I hit the 160s...thats the issue with me. I would love to take off a month to do a breast lift and Tummy Tuck makeover to tighten that skin back up....But Im loving my body now thin and tone, working out helps out with the saggy skin so as soon as possible like month 2-3 get out there to the gym! Good luck to all the over 50 sleevers...I am 53 and feel and look the best ever! Botox helps too HAHA!

[Born in Missouri 1,264]

I didn't realize that I was missing. This is the first time I've seen this topic heading. I'm 57.

[gailf 12]

I will be 50 on July 26, 24 days after surgery.

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[SunnySkip 6]

I'm 66 years old. Had my RYGB on June 4. Better late than ever I guess.

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[chattycat 91]

On 06/27/2018 at 18:13, SunnySkip said:

I'm 66 years old. Had my RYGB on June 4. Better late than ever I guess.

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Hi SunnySkip, I’m having RNY July 5 th and kind of nervous, as a fellow Senior, how has your recovery been?

[teresa75044 7]

Hi SunnySkip, I’m having RNY July 5 th and kind of nervous, as a fellow Senior, how has your recovery been?

Hi Sunny. I had my VSG on June 4 also. Then I turned 50 on June 6.

How are you adjusting?

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[Born in Missouri 1,264]

Found these statistics, etc:

The average age of a bariatric patient is 42 (AJN, Sept. 2012, Vol 112, 9). 83% of patients are female according to the same study.

Many bariatric surgeons may not be willing to operate on patients over 60 years old. There are inherent risks for older patients regardless of the procedure. Bariatric surgeons put their reputation on the line every time they perform surgery. A surgeon’s results affect their ability to get new patients. And many surgeons are not willing to take on additional risk to help someone over the age of 60.

[chattycat 91]

On 06/27/2018 at 19:45, Missouri-Lee's Summit said:

Found these statistics, etc:

The average age of a bariatric patient is 42 (AJN, Sept. 2012, Vol 112, 9). 83% of patients are female according to the same study.

Many bariatric surgeons may not be willing to operate on patients over 60 years old. There are inherent risks for older patients regardless of the procedure. Bariatric surgeons put their reputation on the line every time they perform surgery. A surgeon’s results affect their ability to get new patients. And many surgeons are not willing to take on additional risk to help someone over the age of 60.

When I met my surgeon I asked him if there as different risks or more complications in people my age and he said “your only 60”. I liked him right away! 😊

[slbolemiss62 13]

I’m 56 years old, and live in Jackson, Tn. I am having gastric sleeve surgery next week. Super excited!!!! Preop has went really well. I have already lost 10 pounds in 8 days. That’s amazing for me. I do not lose weight easily, because I also take meds for a sluggish thyroid. Looking for good things ahead on my weight loss journey with you all.

[SunnySkip 6]

Hi SunnySkip, I’m having RNY July 5 th and kind of nervous, as a fellow Senior, how has your recovery been?

I have done great. Doc was impressed. At two week check up was allowed to go back to my Water aerobics class. First 6 days were rough but then one morning I woke up in less pain and it has improved since then. Am off all blood pressure and diabetic meds. Feeling fantastic. No hunger which makes the diet easy. Have to set alarm on phone to remind me to eat.


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[Frustr8 7,886]

I am not merely a risky 60- I am a plenty of life left 72. Although I can understand some surgeon reluctance , a good portion of it must be SMOA. save my,own a**. pity isn't it? Surgeons should be skillful, competent but most of all courageous. I certainly would not entrust my surgery and chance of a future healthy life to a quivering mound of protoplasm with something running. down his leg and quaking in his surgical boots.
Frankly I deserve the best as do all surgical,patients, age should be no consideration. I am healthy as a 45 year old, perhaps healthier than most, I refuse to be set aside as refuse. That is patent age discrimination, if it is not illegal , ethics demand it should be!

[SunnySkip 6]

Hi Sunny. I had my VSG on June 4 also. Then I turned 50 on June 6.

How are you adjusting?

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Our surgical team had lots of diet prep for us. Hasn't been a problem. First 6 days were rough pain but it cleared up quickly after that. Back to my old Water exercise program and adding two days of machines at the gym starting tomorrow. Feeling fantastic.

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