Question:
Hair loss non-stop
I am 11 months post-op and my hair is falling out like crazy. I do have new growth but it is still falling out. Hoe long can I expect this??? I have increased my protien to 75g. but still shedding. (wish it was my legs and/or mustach) — liniam (posted on November 23, 2008)
November 23, 2008
Have you had labs? Sounds like a vit deficiency or thyroid ! Don't ignore
symtoms for long...they mean something is not quite right...Hair loss is
normal a few months after surgery for a good 6 months...but you are nearly
a year out...Go get labs so you can get that taken care of! It's usually
just an extra dose of this or that and it get's better in a few weeks no
trouble...But don't wait for weeks and weeks...symtoms are there to warn
you...
— .Anita R.
November 23, 2008
You need your labs done. Are you taking lots of Vitamin A. that is for hair
and nails. Could be low in Vit A or thyroid issues going on.
— [Deactivated Member]
November 23, 2008
Linda,
I had the same problem. I went for labs and did some research of my own.
It's a vitamin deficiency. You are lacking vitamin D! GO FOR LAB WORK
this can lead to more problems dow the road!
— Danielle T.
November 23, 2008
Hi,
Bariatric Advantage has a Vit. D capsule that is wonderful...you get more
than you need daily. What I do is open the capsule (I'm only six weeks out
from surgery so I can't swallow a pill yet) and pour half of the capsule
into a protein shake or even small amount of milk. It is tasteless and
mixes well. But, of course, consult with your doctor and get your labs
done like the others suggest. Best to you! Rebecca
— spicymama
November 23, 2008
Thank you all...I will call this week. Linda
— liniam
November 23, 2008
The Dr. told me to drink iron and vitamin's that help's the hair issue....
— 2409w.poplar_rodriguez
November 23, 2008
Definitely follow up soon. i have been taking Biotin which has seemed to
help but I knew of a girl (not a WLS pt) that lost hair similar to you and
she found out that she had a pituitary tumor which can be treated if
caught. Best of luck!
— AuntPamcakes4six
November 23, 2008
In addition to all the other answers, add a vitamin called hair, skin and
nails. You can get it anywhere. I take 3-4 a day. My hair loss was
horrible. At 10 1/2 months out, its finally under control. Do not ignore
the symptoms. Consult your doctor and have labs drawn. It is not just one
thing that helps, but it is a combination of everything. Good Luck!
— mary_rn
November 23, 2008
Hello Linda, in Belgium most surgeons advises to take Zinc and good dosis
of multivitamins like Solgar.
Take care
Jaap Suyk
— [Deactivated Member]
November 23, 2008
Do you take vitamins designed for WLS patients like these?
http://www.bbvitamins.com/
My surgeon includes 6 months of the multivitamins, calcium, iron, and
anti-ox in his fee. I also take B-12 sublingual every day. My hair is
thicker than ever.
I also make sure that I eat primarily protein ...about 80-90 grams a day.
— kathryn_ann
November 23, 2008
I had the same issue. I had my labs done and I was lacking Zinc. I
started to take Hair Skin and Nails. The hair stopped falling out right
away and is now growing back in.
Good Luck!
— Belanna
November 24, 2008
Hi Linda,
I am sorry to hear about your trouble. I am wondering what kind or
protein you are using, and how much you were getting before you upped it to
75 grams per day...
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— UNJURY
November 24, 2008
Sounds like you need to have some labs done. You might have a vitamin
deficiency, you might need to up your protein, you might want to think
about adding Biotin.
I enjoyed your humor about the hair you would rather lose.
Best wishes. Lisa
— [Deactivated Member]
November 27, 2008
Linda, I've read all the responses to your problem and they're all good,
but the one thing no one mentioned is BIOTEN. It is over the counter and
can be found in the vitamin section of your supermarket. The other thing
is lots of PROTEIN. These are the things I did to avoid hair loss and they
worked for me. Give it a try. It won't hurt and is very inexpensive.
Paula B.
— paulajaneb
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