How long did it take for authorization? It's been almost 3 weeks for me and I'm getting impatient....

I think it depends on your insurance. Have you called them for a update?

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Yes, I call everyday lol

Lol. I did that too! Luckily I got approved in a couple days since I was also getting a hernia repair.

I would say try and relax. I just had my sleeve done this last Friday and the struggle has been rough since. I am not sure if I was completely mentally prepared. Try and take this time to be prepared for such a huge life change.

The best advice I have is to have a margarita and relax.

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Mine took 3 days it all depends on the insurance company and ur caseworker through ur surgeon mine was on top of it all. I was shocked it was so little time.

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Be happy that you're not having it done for free on the UK NHS system.

Took me two years to get to the operating table although some do it a little quicker

However, it's a good system and I have nothing but praise for the people who help us out, I could have gone private but it's very expensive.

I second what corrie2016 said, take time to truly prepare for this surgery, it is a huge lifestyle change, you cannot go back. I can only eat an egg size amount of food.

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