August 8 is my date for gastric sleeve.

[Ruby1 12]

Hello I am very happy to be apart of this forum. I have read many positive post about the gastric sleeve which is my choice of surgery for August the 8th. Scared? YES! My age is 59 which being older, I am sure myrecovery time will be longer. Would just love to hear from the older crowd what their experiences were and how they are doing. How the preop went right to when they woke up from surgery. Thanks all.

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[catlady2012 73]

I was 58 when I had my sleeve surgery 4 years ago. Those first couple of weeks are rough on everyone but it gets SO much better. I am at goal and loving my healthier lifestyle.

I am not sure that older means slower healing. Everyone is different and progresses at their own pace. Just remember you are an individual and do not compare yourself to others.

Follow your doctor's plan and you will do fine. My only regret, like many others, is I did not do it sooner.

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[catlady2012 73]

@@Ruby1,

I have lost 125# and moved cross country shortly after my surgery. Fluids are the most important early on.

It is natural to have nerves and be scared, but you will be so happy that you made this decision. Best wishes on your journey. Feel free to PM for any questions or support.

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[James Marusek 5,244]

Good luck on your upcoming surgery and let us know if we can be of any help.

I am 67 years old and I had RNY gastric bypass surgery 3 years ago. I found the surgery to be less painful than prior surgeries (hernia) a few decades ago. But I did a lot of walking both before and after surgery. It really helps with reducing the pain levels and aiding recovery. I didn't get much sleep in the hospital because they insisted that I walk every 2 hours around the clock to preclude the development of blood clots.

[Djmohr 6,965]

Hi and Welcome!

I am 53 years old and had bypass 22 months ago. Like James, I had many other surgeries that were much more painful. I recovered quickly from this surgery but most of the pain will come from the gas they pump in your belly. The only way to get rid of it is to walk, sip on fluids, using a heating pad or hot packs while sitting or laying and once your bowels start producing gas, gas x works to help alleviate that as well. If you have ever had tummy surgery, gas pains can be quite painful but they will pass especially if you walk and drink consistently.

As I said, I am now 53 and have lost almost half my body weight. I lost 152 lbs and I currently weight 158. I can hardly believe it some days. I went from a size 26 to a size 8. I am 5'10".

2 weeks ago I had my first plastic surgery to remove my sagging arm skin.

I feel about 25 years younger, have more energy than ever and am loving life. All my comorbities are gone: Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnea, stage 3 chronic kidney disease in remission. Severe and I do mean severe acid reflux has been completely obliterated!

Prior to surgery I coughed and coughed every single day for well over a year from acid. NO MORE.

I still struggle with damage done to my spine and shoulder joints but let me tell you I feel so healthy it's crazy!

Best of luck to you and feel free to reach out with questions!