Question:
How long

Is there a limit on how long we will live after wls?I know I would not be here today if not for wls so i'm happy that i did it...........steve    — SteveApril45 (posted on September 5, 2006)

September 5, 2006
Steve, I do no think that there is a limit. I started out at the same weight as you. I have lost 425lbs since Sept 03. I am 6'2" female and now I am 140 and have to actually fight not to drop another pound. So based on my experience, you can still drop weight. BTW I looked at your profile and pictures and you look wonderful.
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September 5, 2006
Sorry Steve, I read your questions wrong! A limit on how long we live after WLS...a very long time! After all we are healthier now.
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September 6, 2006
As far as I know, we all have individual expiration dates that we are not privy to. However, I know I have added years and most likely decades to my life as a result of taking charge of my health, losing the weight and getting to my healthiest point in years. All this due to WLS. I am 6 months out and have lost 110 lbs. thus far. I look and feel 20 years younger and am amazed at what I can do energy and strength-wise. I've got my life back and feel like I am really living it now. I could get hit by a bus tomorrow, and so could you. But being healthy and vital and having that quality of life is what's important -- not how long you've got to live it. How long is a question only God can answer. But you should rest assured that you have exercised your free will in a way that honors your body and your spirit and I think most likely hedges your bet for a longer and healthier life. In the end that's the best you can do. I tell everyone that this surgery was the smartest and the bravest thing that I have ever done for myself. I'm sure that's true for you, too. Enjoy your new life! I hope you live long and prosper! ;)
   — Catrina