Anyone over 60 out there??

I am 61 and have a date to get the RNY. I am getting nervous. Does age make any difference in this surgery???

My doctor does the operation up until 68 . I think you are fine. I wish you a speedy recovery on your surgery. I just got my date Oct 3 . I am 47 Take Care Barb

Did you know there is an Over Fifty Forum? The link for it is: http://www.obesityhelp.com/morbidobesity/amosforums/over_50/ I am 52 and post there some. They are a great group of "mostly" girls!! Bet you find some good friends there. Hugs, Vicki

Ruth, I wouldn't worry about it. With all of the pre-op testing...if there were a problem they would surely find it! Are you going to UH or St. V's? Both are great....I went to UH! Love it there! Good luck! Sue

Hi Ruth! I was a little jittery about the surgery at my age & poor health. I'm not quite 60, but pretty darn close. The weight is coming off slowly & I still have a couple of health issues I'd hope would have been resolved, but I haven't regretted it for a second & wish I'd done it much sooner. My recovery was completely uneventful & I had very little pain afterwards. Best of luck with your surgery. Laughs & Hugs, NancyT

I am almost 57 and I am doing well at 1 year out. We can tolerate more then these youngsters lol. We have been through so much more. Cindy

Hi, I'm 62 and had lap RNY July 11 2005 and sailed right through it. I feel pretty good. I do get tired but I did before. I go to Curves 3-4 days a week for exercise. I had no complications from surgery. The only problems I have are my own making and that is when I eat too fast. The most important thing is to do exactly what your Dr. tells you and take your vitamins and be sure you get you protein. I wish you a easy surgery and a speedy recovery. My thoughts and prayers will be with you. Feel free to e-mail me if you have any questions. Judi