Hair Loss???

I haven't had my surgery yet but I see alot of people talking about hair loss. Is there anything that can be done to prevent this?

Hello, how are you doing/ Do you have a surgery date yet? Yes there is hair loss and I am 4 months out and it started in the 3rd month, they say it can go a few months. I am hoping it stops soon. People say there is nothing you can do about it it just happens.I am taking Biotin and Fish oil tabs but still losing. I heard you start to regrow after 3 months so I am looking forward to that day!!! take care and good luck with your surgery. It is the best thing I have ever done. I am losing my wieght finally and feel good, take care kelly

Hello Deb - The best way to reduce or help stop hair loss is making sure your getting enough protien. I also used along with protien supplements a supplement pill from GNC called NAILS and Hair along with Omega 3 . A lot of times the hair loss is from the trauma you go through with anesthesia and your body will take its course with this. Dont worry the hair usually starts to show new life right about the time you think you cant lose any more. Talk to your Dr. about how much protien you should be taking in with meals and protien shakes or bars. Good luck... Im sure you will do ok. Dorise

Unfortunately, there is really nothing you can do about the dreaded hairloss, but the good news is when it does grow back, it seems like it comes in healthier and fuller.  The hairloss is not so bad that you look bald or anything, you will just notice it more because you see your hairbrush full of hair.  Believe me it's worth it when you see all your wonderful weightloss results.

Hi I am new here to the boards, I had my surgery on the 28th of February 2008, as for the hair loss with reading about it, it happens because of the rapid weight loss and yes if you arn't eating enough protein.  Protein is essential for our bodies because it helps with not just our hair but our nails and bones and practically every aspect of our body.  The good news is (I'm not there yet) that it will grow back.  Just remember that everyone is different but it starts about the third month and ends after awhile.  Hope this helps...............M