5 YR OUT LOOSING HAIR NOT WEIGHT
Why would the band make you lose hair? There are two reasons for hair loss after weight loss surgery. One is the anaesthetic, and that doesn't wait 5 years to kick in; the other is dramatic weight loss which you say you haven't had. Unless you are unable to eat and so are totally malnourished - but then you would have lost weight!
Highest 290, Banded - 248 Lowest 139 (too thin!). Comfort zone 155-165.
Happily banded since May 2006. Regain of 28lbs 2013-14. ALL GONE!
But some has returned! Up to 175, argh! Off we go again,
If your 5 Yrs Post Operative from the band it can be from IRON Deficiency, Have it checked out.
Telogen Effluvium is ONLY Immediately Post-op after Major Surgery, or Drastic Weight loss or Excess Stress!
Other REASONS for hair loss:
Thyroid Problems, Alopecia, Scalp Conditions, Medications< POS, and Excess Styling.
Good Luck with your removal