MarciaM

Has any senior have success with the lapband? This is the only procedure I am interested.

Any senior gals get the sleeve? I'm in Florida for the winter and have a consult with a dr in Cleveland Clinic? Any advice?

I wish you well. I'm still stuck.

R u self pay or is it covered by insurance?

Why are you sleeving when you are not seriously obese?

Just go to the gyne !!!

Did u go to the gynecologist?

I am 69 and have a bmi of 35 with 2 morbidities but after my Bravo test, they said only the bypass would be available to because I have Gerd. Don't want that at all. I know I have a sliding hiatal hernia and I thought it could be fixed at the time of vsg surgery. Anyone get have gerd AND the sleeve successfully? Anyone lnow a good sleeve surgeon in NYC?

Incidentally, sometimes things are caught medically from totally unrelated conditions - like coughing . You may have put pressure on a possible fibroid - who knows - just promise you'll check it put.

Just got your message. When did ypu have it?

Some people, a very small percentage, do not respond properly to the artificial thyroid hormone Synthroid. I know because I was on Synthroid. My blood values showed excess circulating hormone, but my body did not convert it properly and I was freezing, puffy, incredibly forgetful and deepening depression. After years of doctors insisting on Synthroid, I finally found an updated endocrinologist and she put me on the natural hormone called Armour dessicated thyroid hormone. After 25 years on Armour, I feel great. You can also have low blood pressure. If your hubby wants housework done after you are adjusting to a tremendous physical change, he should hire a maid and let you get the rest you deserve. He can also do it himself. The best to you on your journey.

Would love to speak with her. Going to try and find her. Thx, Mmiller

Hi, where did u have this done? You appear to be doing great. Thx for your reply. I will be 70 next Dec. Marcia

Thx to all all of u for your input. I'm 69 and have my consult with the dr jan 22. I am actually 5 lbs under a bmi of 35. I'm sure I can gain a little if I must.

I had h pylori a few years ago. Did the treatment and I took the breath test and had an endoscopic biopsy. Negative for years. You can get reinfected if you eat contaminated undercooked meats, especially poultry. Just do treatment again and follow instructions EXACTLY. Good luck!

I am a senior citizen with a BMI of 35 plus a couple of health conditions that would benefit from some kind of weight loss surgery, excluding a bypass. I'm in Florida. Anyone considering a doctor in FL for either a lap band or sleeve?