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Hi, Just today I received a letter from the surgeon's office stating that I was a candidate for lap band surgery. I'm not sure about my insurance company -- they will pay under certain circumstances, such as co-existing illness and I think I will qualify... I have hypertension, COPD and had gestational diabetes. I have so many questions - like, on an average, how long does it take between the time you're approved until the actual surgery takes place. What kind of recovery time have others experienced? I'd like to take only a few days off without telling anyone about the surgery. And my main concern is hair loss - I've read that's a possibility, has anyone experienced it?? Anyway, if anyone can offer any information to a newcomer, I would really appreciate it!!