elizabeth having the sleeve

I am 8/16. Nervous. Hard time sticking to preop diet. Strayed 3 x so far. Told my Dr yesterday. He said just go back on. Make sure Clear Liquids day before surgery. Nothing after midnight. And that I will do fine. Good luck to everyone!

Don’t worry! I had the same Problem…what I did that helped was drink my 3 shakes and then I ate a small salad once a day or sometimes I split that salad in half for lunch and rest at dinner. It was just lettuce, chicken and some seasoning (I did add a very little honey mustard as well). It was a little different than what I was supposed to eat( supposed to be 1/2 cup vegetables or a non fat Greek yogurt which I did eat in between here and there)..but seeing chicken is a Protein, it was ok and that worked so good for me. I ended up losing 14 pounds before surgery from that 2 weeks. Try to find something that’s healthy that you enjoy eating (like a good salad or something…just stay away from the dressings or croutons). GOOD LUCK YOU CAN DO IT

I am 69 having surgery on August 16. any support is very appreciated.

August 16. Yikes.

I am 69 having surgery on August 16. any support is very appreciated.

My sleeve is scheduled August 12th. I was afraid the hospital was calling me to cancel, but it was scheduling my preop labs and COVID test. Feeling very nervous.

Thanks for sharing! Surgery on Tuesday the 10th. I am concerned about dehydration that first week of recovery. You have helped put my mind at ease a little bit more!

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Hi Elizabeth,
I’m 62 (I’ll be 63 in October). I had the sleeve on June 1st of this year. I too was concerned about additional risks since being “old”. My surgeon said that people our age actually do better and have less pain. It turned out to be so true. I only took three half doses of tramadol after surgery and then switched to Tylenol but I’m not sure I even needed that. I even had two flights (three hours and two hours) to go home after surgery. The gas pain didn’t bother me. I hardly noticed it. I also had a hiatal hernia repair so maybe I just felt better with it being fixed.

I am short - only 5’ 2” and surgery weight was 205. I’m down to 181 so losing slower than many but I know I’ll get there someday. That is probably the biggest drawback of having surgery at our age.

I feel so much better than I did before surgery and just got back from a week hiking trip at a National Park. Never would have been able to do that pre surgery.

good luck! You’ve got this!

I had the DS 6/1/21. I’m 63 and still working as an Administrative Nursing Supervisor. I’ve lost 54 pounds so far … 35 of that since the surgery … and I feel so much healthier now! My knees and ankles haven’t felt this good in years! I track everything I eat, making sure to get the recommended 80-100 grams of Protein daily and take my daily Vitamins. I still struggle to get the recommended 64 oz of fluids but I’m improving on that every day and get close if not meet that daily goal. Best wishes to each of you!

I had my RNY conversion from lap band 5 years ago. I was 65 at the time. No pain. Best thing I have ever done for my health. I am now 69 and healthier and stronger than I have ever been in my life. I still have to consciously eat well every day. Take advantage of the honeymoon period to learn good eating habits. Best wishes on this exciting journey.

Hi, I am 62 and pre op. Date imminent hopefully. I also thought I may be too old but have little to no other options. I really didnt want to do the All in, never cheat 2 year really focused diet. How many times have I done this ? 3 or 4. My life is getting shorter. I wish I had this done years ago

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August 2nd and making it! 🙌🏽

August 16. Yikes.

Hi I am scheduled for sleeve surgery August 16, 2021, nervous but excited too, Surgeon said I didnt have to do the preop diet, ?? just liquids on day before and nothing after midnight. Is others doing just this, makes me wonder why? I was 305 been cutting back some, now I am 296 5 feet 5. 69 years old. first went to Dr in Feb 2021 had lots of clearances before surgery date, now just waiting......

I am 69 having surgery on August 16. any support is very appreciated.

Hi I am scheduled for sleeve surgery August 16, 2021, nervous but excited too, Surgeon said I didnt have to do the preop diet, ?? just liquids on day before and nothing after midnight. Is others doing just this, makes me wonder why? I was 305 been cutting back some, now I am 296 5 feet 5. 69 years old. first went to Dr in Feb 2021 had lots of clearances before surgery date, now just waiting......

I am 69 having surgery on August 16. any support is very appreciated.

you look awesome, congrats

Hi I am scheduled for sleeve surgery August 16, 2021, nervous but excited too, Surgeon said I didnt have to do the preop diet, ?? just liquids on day before and nothing after midnight. Is others doing just this, makes me wonder why? I was 305 been cutting back some, now I am 296 5 feet 5. 69 years old. first went to Dr in Feb 2021 had lots of clearances before surgery date, now just waiting......