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Hi. I had surgery on Dec 2, 2024, one week before I turned 51. And same, wish I had done it sooner. I've seen that many our age and older have done this. I'm excited for what this year will hold for me! I'd love to hit my goal weight by Dec. 31, 2025!

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Hi! I am 51 years old, turning 52 in April. I had the duodenal switch loop surgery on 10/31/23 when I was 50.5 years old.

Like many people, I regret having the WLS sooner. Even with the complications that happened post op.

I am excited also because I am scheduled for Excess skin removal in 3/17/25!

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I was sleeved on January 22, 2025. I just turned 57 on Sunday (February 16th). I feel great have loads of energy and have lost 26 pounds since surgery.

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Way to go, Jeri68! Congrats!

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9 hours ago, Jeri68 said:

I was sleeved on January 22, 2025. I just turned 57 on Sunday (February 16th). I feel great have loads of energy and have lost 26 pounds since surgery.

You are doing great! Congrats!

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On 1/21/2023 at 8:07 PM, ImsexyandIknowit said:

I will be 59 in April and I had my sleeve done March 2020. Just like some of the other replies I wish I would of done this sooner. Lost 120 pounds now I am moving forward to get plastic surgery going. Best of luck with your journey 💗

How did your plastics go? I have had several procedures to trim excess skin, breast and arm reductions with fabulous results. You?

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On 2/15/2025 at 12:30 PM, Mantecawife said:

Hi! I am 51 years old, turning 52 in April. I had the duodenal switch loop surgery on 10/31/23 when I was 50.5 years old.

Like many people, I regret having the WLS sooner. Even with the complications that happened post op.

I am excited also because I am scheduled for Excess skin removal in 3/17/25!

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Do share with us your skin removal journey!!! Best wishes! It is a game changer for any massive weight loss who retains a lot of excess skin to keep one positive, on track and motivated forward at any age. Just had my arms done in October 2024. Initial sleeve December 2018. I turned 65 May 2024.

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At 65 - I am happier, healthier and slimmer than when in college! And, I will be a much smaller bride for 30th anniversary + vow renewal this April. Congratulations to all who took this courageous journey as an older adult! You are to be celebrated. Keep up the good fight...

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