Question:
Loosing a lot of hair!!!!

I am three months post surgery and I am loosing a lot of hair, i know they said this would happen but i didn't think it would be that bad. Is there anything i can take to stop the hair loss? Will the hair grow back and if so when?    — summerday_99 (posted on June 12, 2007)

June 12, 2007
I am having surgery not until July or August but from what my dietician has told me you need to get lots of protein in to help avoid this. I've been told protein first when you eat then other foods.
   — Julie H.

June 12, 2007
I started my 3rd month on May 29th and so far so good...I'm praying I don't lose some hair! I make sure the first thing I get in at each meal is my protein and I make sure I get the necessary 70-80 gms each day! I've seen on here to try biotin. Also Rogain help's others. Each person is different so it all depends on when your hair will come back. Hang in there, this is a small price to pay for such a wonderful tool! Good luck!
   — crystalsno

June 12, 2007
I'm 4 months post-op and have been losing about a weeks worth of hair in 2 days! Even with all the protein I'm still losing it. I've been told it will subside and it will all grow back, but that doesn't comfort me too much! I have/had very thick hair and want it to come back sooner than later. My hair dresser told me to use Nioxin shampoo and conditioner which I have not, but will be purchasing this week, kind of expensive. Keep me posted on is anything else helps.
   — DORA J.

June 12, 2007
Liz, Are you getting in the 70 grams of protein a day? You might want to kick up your protein. I did read someplace that after 3 months people might start to loose hair. If I've lost any I couldn't tell.
   — the7thdean

June 12, 2007
im also 3 months out of surgery & my hair loss is disgusting!! I used to have nice thick hair & now its so thin & other people can tell!!! I hope it grows back soon & stops falling out!!!
   — nikkib69

June 12, 2007
I have not lost any hair on my head but half of one eyebrow fell out.I never heard of this.Sandy Hanson
   — Sandy Hanson

June 12, 2007
YOU HAVE TO EAT A LOT OF PROTEIN AND DRINK A PROTEIN DRINK THREE TIMES A DAY AND TAKE A MULITVITAIM TOO SO YOUR HAIR WILL NOT FALL OUT.
   — BABYPRINCESS

June 13, 2007
I went through this stage, right around the same time, I took Biotin 5000mg from the vitamin department and used Nioxin shampoo. I couldn't tell you if it actually worked because I personally think, it has to run its course. The good thing is that it stops falling out around 6 to 7 months post op. I have all new healthy baby hair, now I just have to wait for it to grow long. I bought me a really pretty fake hair pony tail, I wear, because I'm a big hair type of person and couldn't do without my hair.
   — Norma H.

June 13, 2007
PROTIEN!! That is what will help. The hair loss only last for a few months. (I know it seems long at the time), but yes your hair will grow back at least mine did.
   — WilsonCrimson

June 13, 2007
I have not had the surgery yet, but am losing major amounts of hair anyway.......I do this from time to time and i hate it, so i am very nervous about losing even MORE after surgery, i may have to get a WIG!! My mom had the surgery 2+ years ago and someone told her to get a hair vitamin which she found at Apple City Herbs and Health Food Store in our town. She started taking them before she had surgery and i don't think she lost any hair, so that's the route i plan on taking. Good Luck!
   — slynn33

June 13, 2007
You really need to take all your recommended protein and vitamins. If you do this it shouldn't be too bad.
   — stephanienagy

June 13, 2007
I had very thick hair and lost handfuls everyday for about 1-2 months. While this is normal, it can be very disturbing and frustrating! I called my doctor's office and they recommended using Nioxin Shampoo and Conditioner. It really seemed to help. It is a little costly, but there are generics for much less with the same active ingredients. I would recommend trying something for thinning hair. My hair loss stopped as abruptly as it started, so hang in there.....My hair is no where near as thick as it was pre-surgery, but it is getting fuller and healthier all the time. Make sure you don't do any color or perm while you are losing hair. Wait at least a month after it stops to do any treatments.....Good luck....
   — andrealej

July 1, 2007
The protein will help. Also, my nutritionist recommended taking 5mg of biotin daily.
   — AngelaC.

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