Any 50yo or older?

[mkellee 47]

Good afternoon,
My first time on a blog. I joined today, because someone I Know is not doing very well with her procedure and it has not been two weeks. It has been 18 months since my surgery and a little over 1 year since my corrective surgery. I am struggling with the mental aspect of what I went through and what this young lady is now going through. It terrifies me that she is going through this, and I have been encouraging my three daughters to have the Gastric Sleeve surgery. I am not so sure I want them to have the surgery now. Anxiety is through the roof. Suggestions please.

Did you and the other person have the same Dr.,and the same hospital? If so encourage your daughters to seek outside of your area if they can. And see if that helps. Or check and see what is causing yours and your friends problems.

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[maintenanceman 286]

I got sleeved on my 50th birthday! I'm 11 months post-op and at goal. Everything worked well for me, no complications and the weight came off quickly. I have lost 99% of my excess weight... normal BMI, diabetes in remission, sleep apnea gone, tons of energy, and I look so much better. It's never too late!

[Spinoza 1,452]

23 hours ago, losinglosinglosing said:

I got sleeved on my 50th birthday! I'm 11 months post-op and at goal. Everything worked well for me, no complications and the weight came off quickly. I have lost 99% of my excess weight... normal BMI, diabetes in remission, sleep apnea gone, tons of energy, and I look so much better. It's never too late!

Best 50th birthday present ever 😍 So glad to hear of your success!

[ms.sss 15,714]

turning 51 this year, had the sleeve done when i was 46.

BEST. DECISION. EVER.

Not bad for an old lady (sorry to those who've seen this many times before...i haven't taken any new ones suitable for posting in over a year...)

Edited February 10, 2023 by ms.sss

[Nema51 2]

I am 51 just had surgery on Jan 31st

[nik_butterfly23 10]

50 year old.. VSG schedule for 2/27

[Woodlandsguy 1]

Turned 60 in November. I had my surgery Dec 28 and have lost 36 pounds since then. I had lost 60 pounds prior to that but had staled because my metabolism was so slow. I still have about 70 pound to lose. Doctor says I should be about 40 pounds from goal by my next appointment on April 20.

This works if you are willing to do it

[IrinaG59 2]

I am 64 just had surgery on Jan 13th

[Merri Beth 96]

60 going to be 61 in April. I am so glad I did the surgery even if I did it at an older age.

[CathyMol 1]

I am 53 (as of yesterday) and my surgery is scheduled for 2/16/23. I’m excited but also nervous. And this pre-op liquid diet has been hard. Any advice for calming my nerves?

[rolawre 16]

@CathyMol Happy 53rd Birthday what a wonderful gift to yourself....better health! I can relate to the excited & nervous.

[SG509 3]

I’m 59. I had surgery last September on the 26. I’ve lost 49 lbs. when I weighed last on January 8th of this year. I know I’ve lost more because I’m fitting into a medium and large. It’s very hard to not graze. Try ordering from BariatricPal. Everything there is healthy you can’t miss. That’s what I’m do ping and I’m loosing weight by the week. Focus on your Protein Shakes, Water and do your Snacks. If you want sweets you can have that too. Look whatever you want to eat look for it in there. I felt like eating pancakes the other day. I ordered BariatricPal pancakes with the zero sugar. You don’t have to make a large order . Whatever you feel like eating just order it. I eat everything and since I started to get ready for my surgery last September I’ve lost 94 lbs. Try it you won’t be sorry.

[DonnaGS 58]

Great for you! That’s wonderful, I love the bariatric store, it had wonderful Cookies that are all Protein and Fiber. They are pricey though, but worth it! I’m exactly one year out and still losing, though it had slowed considerably. I have 11 pounds to go, then will be within normal weight range. Will be at the top, but at my age, I’m not necessarily trying to get back to 120-130. If I get there, great. If not, I’m a lot healthier than I was before.

[TRAVELRN 73]

On 1/21/2023 at 3:29 PM, mammawdd said:

Forgot to mention that I am 60yo. Are there any older gastric sleeve patients out there?

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Hi I am a year and a few months out and currently 60. Best thing I have done for myself. Just think Water, Protein and Vitamins. ALWAYS take your vitamins.

Edited February 13, 2023 by TRAVELRN
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[TRAVELRN 73]

Also remember this isnt a quick fix. Its up to you to follow your meal plan and take ownership. Don't be too hard on yourself if you stumble just get right back up and start over.