How old is too old?

Hi, folks! I'm 65, and I'm wondering if VSG is still safe for,such an old fart.

Thanks!

Angie

i'm just a tad younger old fart, 60 and did it.  are you basically healthy other than weight?    I was...you'll have to do a bunch of tests before being approved anyway, so they will see if you are in good shape for it.

I think I've heard of 70 year olds getting wls, so.....check with a couple of surgeons...

personally, it was a breeze for me, my first major surgery...

good luck!!

I know my surgeon would accept you and he's very conservative. Go for it!

Dead is too old. Until then, go for it!!!

My friend who is close to 70 just have the RNY this last week and she feels great! If she can do the full gastric bypass, I would think the sleeve would be fine for you ;) I say do it, I know it was the best decision I've ever made ♥

As someone earlier said, dead would be too old.   Iam 70, had surgery on 1-25-13.  Go for it.

I was 60 when I had my VSG, and now at age 63, I'm doing Invisalign for my teeth.  You're never too old!

Hi Angie

I'm almost 9 months out.  I had my surgery June 28, 2012 -- one month before I turned 65.  I had the VSG, a hiatal hernia repair, and an umbilical hernia repair done all at the same time.  It was pretty much a walk in the park for me.  I've had lots of surgeries in my life, and this was one of the easiest -- far easier than recovering from my 2 C-sections, for example.  The only thing that was a little different was that I had to wait an extra 2 weeks than is normal before I could start going to my fitness center again to do my workouts.  Mostly, that was due to the umbilical hernia repair, though......not getting the sleeve.

Each person is different, of course, so YMMV.  I had several comorbidities that led me to wanting this surgery.  I left the hospital off all my meds and all my comorbs are now either in total remission, have improved, or have stabilized.  This surgery saved my life.  The weight loss was to be an added bonus.  Now that I'm much healthier, I'm just as addicted to the scale as everyone else LOL

Myrtle (my sleeve) and I get along wonderfully.  She's made of steel, I think..........there are good and bad things about that, but I'd prefer this over those who suffer slimies, foamies, urping, and other unpleasantness because they have a sensitive sleeve.  To this point, I've lost 83 pounds and almost 72 inches.  I have another measuring due on March 28, but you can see that progress can be made.  Keep in mind that most of us who are at the geezer/geezerette stage tend to lose a little slower than the younger folks.  'Tis okay, though........we're making a LIFESTYLE change -- we are NOT on a diet (thought that word is used a lot).  Making a commitment to live differently when it comes to food can be difficult for some to make.  Unless you're willing to come out strong and attack this program with all your might, there's a good chance of not being as successful as you want to be.  The sleeve is a TOOL -- it is NOT the cure-all.  We work HARD to achieve our progress/successes.

Please feel free to PM me if you have more questions about being a "recycled teenager" going through this surgery.  I'm more than happy to help in any way I can.

Good luck..................

Ree

 

I, too, say go for it if you are ready for it, both mentally and physically. I had mine at 62 ( vertical sleeve), and now am maintaining a 128'lb. weight loss. I feel so good physically and have so much energy and self confidence. It is work and you have to be prepared for that, but in my opinion the results are overwhelmingly worth it. Find a good surgeon in your area and have a consultation.