Question:
ANY ONE ELSE 23 or YOUNGER???
I AM JUST LOOKING FOR YOUNGER POEPLE23 OR YOUNGER WHO HAVE HAD THE SURGERY OR ARE PLANNING TO GET THIS DONE. I FEEL LIKE I AM THE ONLY 20 YEAR OLD OUT THERE WANTING THIS DONE. PLEASE E-MAIL. I WOULD LOVE TO CHAT!! — Kristin K. (posted on July 31, 2001)
July 31, 2001
Your not the only one. I will be 21 in a few weeks and I want to have this
surgery. Unfortunately, due to lack of insurance and money, I don't think
it will be possible. If you feel like talking, go ahead and email me.
— Mary R.
July 31, 2001
I'm 22 and had the surgery almost 6 weeks ago. I feel great and believe
this was the best decision I could have made for my long-term health and
happiness. Feel free to write to me.
— PT LawMom
July 31, 2001
YOU ARE NOT ALONE....IJ AM 23 YEARS OLD, 350 POUNDS, AND 5'3 OR 5'4
DIFFERENT PLACES DIFFERENT NUMBERS...
I GO TO MY PCP ON THURSDAY AND I ALREADY MADE AN APPOINTMENT FOR AUGUST 6TH
WITH A SURGEON.
— April P.
July 31, 2001
Hey girl! I am 22 5'1 266lbs and am approved for the LAP RNY in october.
I understand your fears. But it is never to young to start your life.
— Christine A.
July 31, 2001
I am planning on getting the Lap RNY I am 23 years old 5"8" and
298. I would love to chat E-Mail me [email protected]
— Amy M.
July 31, 2001
Hey sistah! You are not alone in this one! I am 22 and I had open RNY 5
weeks ago. It has been something that I don't think I will ever regret. I
have lots of support from my family and friends. I started out at 5-4 and
297 lbs. I am now down 29 lbs as of 2 weeks ago. Keep the faith and keep me
posted on your journey. Aloha!
— Sabrina G.
July 31, 2001
I am 20 years old and I am having the surgery in two weeks from today. I
had my pre-op testing this morning. I am so nervous but everyone keep
telling me I'll be fine. I can't wait. I would love to chat.
— [Deactivated Member]
July 31, 2001
Hey I'm 22!! I'm 5'7" and 320lbs (yuck@#$%^%$) Anyway I'm scheduled
to go under the knife on August 14. I would love to get in touch with some
folks my age for some Youthful Support!! Write back @
[email protected] Hope to hear from you-good luck!!!!
— SUNDAY G.
July 31, 2001
Hey girl your not alone I had the surgery done 1 month ago and im doing
really well even though I haven't returned to work yet! I am down 45 pounds
and feel great my e-mail
is [email protected].
— Heather G.
July 31, 2001
Where are all you young folk located. We should plan a get together or at
least an internet chat!!
— Christine A.
July 31, 2001
I believe you have a lot of courage to consider making a decision that will
better your quality of life. I'm 27 and have looked into the surgery. I
kept putting it off. I now have a consultation scheduled for 8/4 and pray
I'll be accepted. I only wish I had the courage you do at your age. I
could have started my new life by now. I'm 5'3" and 230lbs. Would
love to chat if you're interested.
— Kelley S.
July 31, 2001
Hi Kristin. I am 23 & 5 weeks post op this tuesday. I wish I would
have done this 5 years ago. You are definately not the only younger person
out there! Good luck!
— sgeisendorff
July 31, 2001
I am 23 and weigh 240. My surgery is set for August 14th and I have no
hesitations about doing this. If you have researched this and feel it is
for you, don't let age stand in your way. Go for it. The young people are
out there and I would love to email with those my age and going through
similar experiences.
— Jennifer B.
July 31, 2001
hi..
dont worry. im young too,and scared. im 22. i wish i knew more people like
our ages. anyone who would like to chat.. hey im here
[email protected]
sherry
— sherry F.
July 31, 2001
Hi, I am 23! I noticed you've received alot of posts from people our age,
but everyone is either newly postops or preops, so I just thought I'd add
my little bit of info. I had open rny on June 30, 2000, and I am now 13
months postop. I have lost 151 pounds, going from 329 down to 178. Wow,
what a difference a year makes! I feel sooo much better, you can not even
imagine! I have energy all the time, and there's not much I won't do. I
have been to an amusement park, a water park, out on the lake, and I even
wore some sexy little knee boots, all of which I never would have never
done at 329 pounds! I still hope to lose about 30 more pounds, but I try
not to stress too much and just enjoy my new life. If anyone would like to
talk, just email me, [email protected].
— Kelly P.
August 1, 2001
I am 22 and had surgery june 13 I am down 38 pnds and I feel great. I think
being younger helps with a speedy recovery:) So don't worry just go for
it!!
— Tiffini P.
August 5, 2001
Hi! First you are not alone!! I am 24 and I had the same questions before
surgery. Being young definitely works in our favor in terms of recovery.
I was in the hospital only 2 days!!! All of my doctor's patients were my
parent's age or older, so they didn't know what to do with me! I would
also love to chat with other young people who have had this surgery. My
20-year old sister is now considering having the surgery. My email is
[email protected]
— angela A.
August 5, 2001
Hi there! I think I am the only guy on here that posted but I am 23 and
will be having surgery in October. It took me a year to be sure this was
something that I wanted to do. I can assure you I am ready for it. I am
here to chat when ever you need. Good luck to you from the young ones in
Arizona!
— ningrahm
November 4, 2001
Hey, I'm 23 and sooo hoping to have this op. It sometimes feels that I'm
all alone too, surrounded by a world of people who are at least half my
size. Just got some tests back from PCP ( not getting anywhere with him). I
made the call to the surgeons office and with be going to the open house
this week. Email me at: [email protected]
— Jennifer P.
November 4, 2001
I am 16 =)
— blank first name B.
November 4, 2001
I'm 21... hoping to have surgery.
— Toni C.
December 1, 2001
I'm 16 years old, 310 pounds (UGH), and have my first consulation with my
surgeon Jan. 15.
— Mary W.
December 19, 2001
I'm 21 in CT and have my date of 1/8/02! It is comforting to know that
there are other young people out there making the decision not to let our
weight rule our entire lives! My father had the surgery in October (down 70
pounds!) and is doing remarkably well. If he can do it with all his
co-morbidities (diabetes, heart failure, sleep apnea, etc, etc...), I know
I can do it. I am young, and healthy (except being 140 pounds too heavy)
and ready to make this committment to my future! If anyone wants to chat,
feel free to email me, [email protected].
— Angela B.
December 19, 2001
Hey all... I know I poted this before, but I just thought I'd let you know
again that a site has been started for us young'uns 16-25 (ish). It's not
real active, but I hope it will be soon. All are welcome to join!
http://communities.msn.com/WLSforGenXandY/homepage.msnw
— Toni C.
December 19, 2001
Hey I'm 19, 5'9" and weigh 325. I'm waiting for a surgery date at the
moment, but have researched wls for 3 yrs now.
Take a look below, and you'll see that you are clearly not alone on this
one. Best of luck to you with everything. If you want to talk, give me a
shout. :)
— Jennifer M.
December 19, 2001
I'm 19 years old and I had the surgery on December 10th. I started at
350lbs. at 5'2. I think I've lost a little over 10 lbs. already. My
profile has a full account of my stay in the hospital.
— Jaimee S.
February 9, 2002
i'm 21 and want to have surgery my pre-op is 2-11-02 i'm so scared if you
ever want to talk i'm here at least i know i'm not alone!!!!!!!!
— TASHA C.
February 9, 2002
Hey I am 20! 5 months post op on feb 7!
— jenna F.
February 9, 2002
Hi, I'm only 22. I have insurance approval but am still waiting for a date
at this point (around mid-June). Glad to see I'm not the only young one
out there. :) Feel free to write me back.
[email protected]
— Maggie C.
February 13, 2002
I am 23, I will be having an open RNY on april 8th.
— Angela B.
February 13, 2002
Hi, I'm 20 and will hopefully be having Lab DS with Dr. Jossart in May
(shortly after my 21st b-day... kind of sucks when you have to abstain from
alcohol for a year, lol). I have 1 more post-op test in 2 days, then I can
make my surgery date and submit papers to insurance. Scary as heck, but I
know I won't last another 20 years if I don't get this done. Good luck to
you!
— [Anonymous]
February 13, 2002
Hello Kristin..I just turned 23 and awaiting a consultation and a date
after...if you ever wanna chat email me!!! I am a good talker (and a great
listener too!!) happy day!
— Jessica L.
August 21, 2002
I am 23 now and I have my surgery date for September 25, 2002. It's my
fourth surgery now and I'm scared to death!!!
— Rachel W.
August 21, 2002
I'm a 24 year old male and had surgery on June 11, 2002. Feel free to email
me or PM me on yahoo. My Yahoo messenger id is nightwing_38116. Oh and
check out my profile too, it may be of some use.
— George B.
August 21, 2002
I had surgery this past January and I was 22, just turned 23 in May. Good
luck! E-mail me if you have any questions.
— Paula Prichard
November 3, 2002
Hey there...just wanted to let you know that you're not alone. I'm 23
turning 24 8 days after my surgery which is sceduled Nov 19. I hope I can
help you with anything you need. Let me [email protected]
— Deyag1127
January 1, 2003
Hello there, I'm currently 16 yrs old, and have a schedule for February the
3, 2002, very excited. Oh, and don't feel bad about being the only 20 yr
old having it. It's worst when you realize your one in a million of the 16
yr olds getting this surgery. Heck, people think Im tooooo young to get it.
And the people at my school never EVEN HEARD about it. So, hey, I'm all
alone.
— Adam H.
February 1, 2004
Hi, I'm 22. I'm also looking for people who are going through the WLS
process. As of right now I'm one week away from my first consultation.
Feel free to email me, I would love to hear from more people my age.
[email protected]
— coco8199
March 14, 2004
I am a 23 year old female. I have been approved for my surgery now and am
awaiting a letter from the insurance company. Would be glad to talk to
anyone that wants to talk. Please email me at this address
[email protected]
— MARTI B.
June 12, 2004
Hello, I am 24 yrs old and I am having surgrey on 6/28/04. If you have any
questions about ins approval please write me. If you have any post op
advise send that too.
— Marie G.
September 8, 2006
hey im 19 and im geting it done in october.. u are not alone =] lOl and im
glad all of us who replied to ur question have taken it amongst ourselves
to do this now while we're young so we can enjoy our youth being healthy
and looking good =] good luck every one !
— ChristyzSoRare
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