This may seem like a silly question but one thing I do worry about post-surgery is the flab hanging around as the weight is lost.

I'm over 60 and have been large most of my life. I have other physical limitations which interfere with exercise. I know as I lose the weight I will be more active but I'm not crazy enough to believe that the skin will tighten up.

Others have said, go for plastic surgery ... well here in British Columbia, that is not paid for on insurance ... it's considered cosmetic. Living on a limited (disability) income it is cost prohibitive.

I would certainly like to hear others comments or experiences living with the loose skin.

John

I have heard that Shriners will do it for free, in some places, so they can use the skin for burn patients. I don't know the specifics or details, but it sounds like a win win situation.

I have the loose skin, especially around my tummy and on my legs. I absolutely hate it, but I cannot afford surgery, so it looks like I am stuck with it. I would be interested in researching more information on Shriners though.

John, I live in BC too and there is a partial removal that is paid for, if you run the risk of skin problems. I was talking to a surgeon here in Kelowna.

Shriners, hmm any additional info on that?

Thanks for the info shiftling ... I will definately look into it as my surgery time gets closer. My scope will be done in Mid July and then I am "good to go", as they say.