Question:
HELP I am losing my hair
honestly by the hand full I had surgery 5 months ago, has anyone else gotten this if so what have you done to either slow it down or stop it — mrs_laughing (posted on December 14, 2009)
December 13, 2009
You NEED to be getting 60-80 grams of protein per day...that will stop it
and/or keep it from falling out. I am exactly 4 months out.....GET THE
PROTEIN!
— LatvianJ
December 14, 2009
You need to get your protein in. Some of it could also be side effects
from the anesthesia. It amazes me how many people don't know that they may
lose some hair after surgery. That was something that was discussed in our
educational meetings with the surgeon.
— Dawn A.
December 14, 2009
I have heard that Biotin helps with maintaining hair and nails after
surgery. But again, be sure to get all your protein!
— ksarkis
December 14, 2009
Most people will lose hair in the months following a major surgery with or
without the exact amount of protein in their diet. I get my regimen in
every single day, but after having 6 surgeries this year, I cannot fight
the hair loss. As long as I am not going bald I'm not worrying about it,
it will eventually ease. I take biotin to help, but I have no idea how
much that really helps.
Any form of surgery shocks the body, and the effects can last many months
from what I have been told by several doctors. It is no reason to be
concerned though, your hair will grow back.
— Jennifer F.
December 14, 2009
How long after surgery does your hair start to fall out? am over 3 months
out and havent had that issue yet thank God but I see even being 5 months
out and you are having this issue.
— taylaroses
December 14, 2009
I'am 6 months out and have been loosing my hair for just over a month , it
scared the crap out of me after seeing my sister go bald from Chemo .
Although I know I won't go bald I asked my doctor what can I do about it
and he told me to go get Biotin and make sure I get my proteins in. I hve
only been on the Biotin for a week and I assume it takes sometime to even
notice a differnce.
— Diana1963
December 14, 2009
hi i am almost 10 months out and have been loosing my hair since about 5 mo
out. honestly there's nothing i could do. i get my protein in and i take
biotin. my hair is still coming out more than normal but not as much as
before. if it makes u feel anybetter i am not bald. not even close. my
hair is not as thick as it used to be but who cares....the weight loss
totally is worth it. my hairdresser gave me nioxin shampoo and conditioner
which i don't think helps but my husband says it does. just hold off on
any coloring or dying for now and get a good cut. long hair has more
weight and looks thinner. good luck to u. remember there are no bald post
op patients.
— alojah82
December 14, 2009
I've had thin hair most of my adult life...last year my dermatologist told
me to start using generic Rogaine - male formula! I did and it works great
for me. I get it at Costco - $20 for 3 months worth. It took about 3 months
of twice daily use to get a full head of hair...now I just use it once
every other day to maintain it. He said to NOT bother with the expensive
foam kind nor the weaker strength that is advertised for females. Might be
worth a try. I intend to continue using it forever! Cheers, Ms. Tee
— texastreat
December 14, 2009
It is VERY normal to lose your hair.
— gouldsfiya
December 14, 2009
It is VERY normal to lose your hair. I had very thin, fine hair prior to
surgery. It fell out in clumps from about 4-7 months post-op. It
eventually stopped falling out and then it regrew. Here are the things I
did. -I used Nexxus volumizing shampoo, which I got at Ulta for the best
price around. Sometimes it is buy 2, get 1 free. I got a layered haircut.
I use a small amount of volumizing product. I have BETTER hair than I had
prior to surgery. My best advice is to "be patient". I know
it's tough losing your hair, but it will grow back. Eat plenty of healthy
protein.
— gouldsfiya
December 14, 2009
You need to start taking Biotin 1000mg to 5000mg with Zinc 50mg (no more
than 50mg as it may burn the inside lining of your pouch) but the zinc with
help your body absorb the Biotin. Your local drug store will have these!
— Michael Eak
December 15, 2009
It is very depressing that when you Finally start losing weight all of a
sudden your hair gets all wonky on you. Go get it restyled to accommodate
the thinness and hold on. It will grow back. When it does grow back it
may be different. My normally slightly frizzy but straight hair came back
in VERY curly. You just gotta have a good sense of humor and go with the
flow. Its all good.
— catcat
December 15, 2009
I started to lose mine around the same time. Up your Zinc intake. (Funny
thing ... my hair has always been dead straight, it has come back fully,
wavy & curly!! I love it!)
— ditzyangeluk
December 15, 2009
I am 3 1/2 months out and one thing I was told was take Biotin and Zinc, it
helps with the hair and also and most important protein.
— MarthaJ0110
December 17, 2009
You need to talk to your doctor before you take any supplement. Some of
them can actually be harmful to you. Just ask the surgeon what you can take
to help alleviate the hair loss. Mine said that it's best just to eat
plenty of protein.
Good luck with all of this. I hope you find your answers.
— Elizabeth_Ann
December 19, 2009
It will start to stop I was taking biotin 1000mcg and my hair and nails are
growing like crazy
— kaybusk
December 24, 2009
I lost hair after my gastric bypass also and I freaked out. It is common
per the doctor. You need your proteins. I also read on this site to take
biotin which is a vitamin for hair. It helped slow the loss to just
strands and after a few months I was relieved to see the chucks stop. I
still 2 1/2 yrs. later take 1 a day. Don't stress that also makes it
happen. Remember you did the most courageous thing to have the surgery so
you can get through the small stuff. Good Luck!!!!
— lornazb1
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