My hair has always been very thick.  I got it cut short just before surgery.  I have lost no hair. I even mada drastic light color change on it about a month ago and all is well.

My opinion is, some people lose hair starting right after surgery, just because.  They would probably lose hair after any surgery as their body's response to the trama of surgery.  Others it seems to take a couple of months before it starts happening.  I think that is lack of protein in diet or ability to absorb it.

I get plenty of protein in daily.  I take all my supps and my hair on my head and all other body places is growing same as always, that goes for my finger nails too.

After all, hair and nails are made from the excess protein that your body did not need elsewhere. The body is designed for survival.  It will not send protein to make hair and nails if it is needed for repair or growth of vital tissue.

I have thick hair and a lot of it but I do lose it everyday.  I know I'm not going to go bald but it is alarming to see it in the drain or collecting on the floor.  My hair comes out more in the shower, or if I dont wash my hair one day the next it's almost like double the amount.  I shed all the time; find it everywhere.  I feel so bad for my kids right now because even though I vacuum the hair gets all over their clothes...kinda gross actually.  It's worse then having a long haired animal right now! 

I do have new hair growth; short whispies inbetween the longer strands.  I don't take anything extra, I figure the damage is already done by having the surgery and it's the body's natural defense to keep it running smoothly and healthy.  I do use an extra leave in conditioner though because my hair was really dry for a while, not so much now but still use it.

Wow!  Everyone is doing so great!!! I am six months out and down 70 lbs and over 40 inches.  I haven't lost anything in over 3 weeks!!! Frustrating, but like everyone else, amazed at the progress so far.  I am in a size 12 jeans, a large top, even my feet have shrunk!  I feel great.  Even when I'm frustrated, I am still so glad that I have come this far.  I know without a doubt that without my RNY, I'd still be 250 lbs and I WILL NEVER BE THAT FAT AGAIN!!!! It is worth every struggle that I have gone through.  If anyone has any ideas to "kick-start" my plateau, I'd love to hear!!

I've had lots of WOW moments, but a couple of my faves are weighing way less than my husband, used to weigh the same, and he can pick me up!!! Loving it!!  Keep up the great work everyone!

Let me just say my hair SUCKS..........agggggggg!!!!!! I have been pulling out hand full & hand fulls a few times a day. Forget when I am in the shower, that's when it's the worst I know I am going to be bald when this is all over with...lol...my poor vacuum is sucking up more hair then dirt & the drain in the shower drains more hair then water. I have been taking AG Pro & as a hairdresser I have been looking into a few professional products that the supply house is starting to carry. I also stopped highlighting my hair I also went to a darker color w/ only low lights to give the fake look of looking fuller, that's still a joke, but I also had medium to thin hair before surgery. I promise you & I are NOT alone in this. It is also temporary it will grow back, make sure to get all your protein in & you can also get a hair mask w/ protein in it to use twice a month.
Take Care sorry I rambled, I can ramble about hair for hours...lol
Katherine

Don't get discouraged. You are a lightweight compared to me. It would take me about 80lbs to hit the "normal" category and I think you are doing GREAT! What percentage of weightloss are you losing at (per the OH planner)? I am about on track with 81-82% but have been at a stall for over 2 weeks. Hang in there and be proud- my mom always said slow and steady wins the race! (Even though this isn't a race- you have a lot to be proud of!