Another one about hair loss

I am 11 days post-op, I have heard alot about hair loss and now I am very scared about it. Is it due to the lack of protein we take after surgery? If so when will it start and how much do I take to make sure I don't lose much? Thanks to all who offer help! Vicky

Hi Vicky! I'm 21 days p-o and have had a little hair loss, but I hear it gets worse. Protein and vitamins should help though. My Dr. recommends that I have 60 grams of protein/day and 2 Flintstones Complete (With iron) chewable vitamins. Plus I take 1000 mcg B12. I'm not sure how they decide the protein thing, my nutritionist told me that was my goal (I'm 5'6" and started at ~257 lbs). I get protein from syntrax nectar protein shakes that I order online... I use 2.5-3 scoops and very little water (just enough to dissolve the mix). I drink that throughout the morning... it's pretty filling!! Dawn

From what I hear its the protien. But it will come back even if you do lose some. Patty

should i start taking b12 now 3 days before sergery to prevent hair loss. i went and got the dissolveable tablets of b12 and will take them constantly if i have hair to spare at the end of this.