Hair Loss

I had RNY on 12-6-10. I am getting really nervous with the idea of hair loss. My Dr said to take Biotin which I started a couple weeks ago. I have a really hard time with protein shakes I have tried so many and wasted so much money on them. I am just curious what other people so for hair loss? I was told to us special shampoo too.

In the support groups I attended pre-op, most people said the hair loss did not come until 4-5 months after surgery. Most would say just make sure to take all the vitamins you're supposed to, get your water in...etc...

I had a sleeve on 12/22, and I hated every minute of the protein shakes during the first 3 weeks of liquids only. Now, I will drink them, but only if I think I have to. My favorite is EAS AdvanEdge - Dark Chocolate.

I am also nervous about hair loss! I have very thin hair to begin with, so it's a worry for me.

I will try that protien shake. Thank you for your reply!

I am with you having thin fine hair myself.  The thought of not having hair or a bald patch this summer is not something I am looking forward to.  I was told that it is temporary and that your hair will grow back......eventually.
I use Greens Protein Plus Vanilla protein powder.  It is really good.  I use 1 scoop powder, 3/4 frozen fruit, 1 cup water, blend until smooth and you have a thick yummy shake.  I also put it in a cup that I can shake as it does settle before I can get it all down.
Might help.  I also think Greens does small containers, not just the huge big expensive ones.  I used it before surgery for breakfasts as I hate milk and this is made with water.
Fingers crossed we are one of the few that don't lose any or any noticible amounts.

My RNY surgery was 12-21-10 and I have the same problem with the protein shakes, protein drinks etc. I got some unflavored protein powder and was adding it to my chicken broth but.. the thought of it now makes me sick at my stomach. I think I am going to get some frozen fruits and some light yogurt and make some fruit smoothies to get my protein down. I think I'm lucky to get 15 grams of protein a day. My water intake has increased a lot though.. Seems like I am always thirsty now. I'm still waiting for my taste buds to come back because everything I put in my mouth is bland and tasteless.

I have really think hair also and... I have noticed when I take my baths, there is A LOT of hair floating in the tub so, I have already started loosing hair. I know I have to do something to get that protein down. Sometimes I feel like I am on fear factor and having to drink something nasty when I drink the protein now.

Thanks for your post
Kathy

You are doing great losing your weight. I had surgery that same day but only lost 60 or so pounds, but my hair is comimg out at a large rate. I havent been very good at taking my protein or vit. I need to get back on track . Once again great job on your weight lose.

I had RNY on 12-9. I haven't lost any hair. I was super nervous about it. I have really made sure that I get my protein in - and then some. I'm averaging about 70-90g of protein a day. It's not always that easy but I am trying. I have thin hair to start with and I didn't really want to lose it!

** update 4/17/11

I have started losing a little hair. I get all my protein in. I use syntrax nectar but I put a lot of water in it so it is like juice and I also use a crystal light. For example I use the iced tea one with 50 oz of water and a pack of crystal light lemonade. I have been taking biotin and I bought some thickening shampoo. We will see...

I am going to try that protein. Good idea! I LOVE ice tea so maybe I can do that. I haven't been the best on my protein intake.

My RNY was 12/15.  I have thin hair and also am nervous about losing any.  I just bought some Chewy Botin at GNC.  It tastes fruity, and it's a twice daily treat for me.  Time will tell if it helps.  I've been getting 70+ grams protein daily.  Still using protein supplement 1/day.  The rest pretty much through food.

I had a really hard time finding a protein I liked as well... Have you tried Pure Protein Vanilla Creme?  They sell it at Target.... I find it tastes really good when I make fruit smoothies with it and I also add a scoop to my yogurt which ups the protein even more.  Each scoop has 25 grams of protein.  It is the only protein I have found that I actually like (beside the Atkins chocolate shakes).

Good luck :)