Question:
I know Im not alone, but please tell me at some point my hair will stop falling

Im four months out and now my hair is comming out in hand fulls, my hair was thin to begin with and now you can see my whole scalp!!!! Does this end and has anyone ever lost it all?    — melindameyers (posted on January 26, 2006)

January 26, 2006
Hi Melinda, I am six months out and I still lose more then normal. I don't think it's so bad that you can see my scalp but it's still coming out. I don't think it's as bad as before but it's still more then before. I started taking Biotin 1000 mg a day. It's for skin and hair. I think that helped alot and also make sure you are getting in enough protein(60-70g a day)that is very important. I hope i've helped. Let me know if you need anymore help. Jeannie
   — jjeanniespets1

January 26, 2006
No Melinda ,you are not alone. I am almost 4 months out and I too am losing hair by the handfuls , I take Biotin also for skin , hair and nails about 3 weeks now my nails look really nice but I haven't noticed a big difference with my hair yet. I have heard low iron can cause hair loss . I haven't had my blood done lately to see if iron is the cause. I heard Zinc helps too. Thank goodness I started with alot and I mean alot of naturally curly hair. but I can see my scalp now too. Good luck ,did you try curling your hair that can be a good camoflauge.
   — sunnie

January 26, 2006
Hello to all. I am 10 1/2 months out. Hair loss is a challenge. It should peak at about 6-7 months and then improve. Be sure you are getting enough high quality protein. You may want to bost how much protein you are taking in. Using something like Nectar or Matrix will really help if you are not already. Hang in there- I also make sure to take my vitamins- don't skip them ever!!!!!!!!!! Your beauty salon may be able to treat your hair with protein as well but it works best if it comes from within. Congrats and let us know how you are doing. If it makes you feel any better, my hair was past my sholder blades. I lost 9 inches of hair within 3 months and then another 7 after that. My hair is now barely shoulder length but growing once again. So it does get better.
   — ppaige

January 26, 2006
Well I am 9 months out and finally have quit loosing my hair but i am a lucky one I had lots I could lose. You loose I think 100 strands a day normally but I know when I looked in the tub and seen lots it scared the heck out of me. Make sure you are getting lots of protein because if you aren't then you will loose alot more. I still drink protein everyday I but GNC liquid protein and put it in crystal light I love the taste of it. If you would like to know more write me... Thanks Cindy
   — NYCindy

January 27, 2006
YES MY HAIR HAS BEEN COMING OUT TO ALOT.BUT I DRINK MY PROTEIN DRINK 3TIMES A DAY.SO YOU SHOULD THINK ABOUT DRINKING A PROTEIN DRINK AND YOUR HAIR WILL NOT FALL OUT.
   — BABYPRINCESS

January 29, 2006
Hair grows in 3 month cycles which is why surgery patients tend to begin to lose their hair within 3 months of surgery. This is also why you can expect it to fall out for approximately 3 months. The good news is that, if you are getting enough protein (make sure to check your albumin and pre-albumin levels on your blood work) your hair should stop falling out approximately 6 months post-op and eventually grow back the same as it was pre-surgery. Hang in there! Dr. Helfman
   — Dr.Helfman

January 29, 2006
Hi Melinda. My hair fell out in handfuls at around the 5 month mark. I am now nearly 9 months post op and it has slowed to a few. It will stop and you won't go bald--it just feels like it won't stop. Just up your protein. Best of luck to you.
   — lamerala